On October 26, Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative in Turkmenistan Narine Sahakyan. The sides discussed current issues of cooperation between Turkmenistan and UNDP, as well as opportunities to further expand it in support of the country’s national socio-economic development priorities.

Particular attention was paid to implementation of the Turkmenistan-UNDP Cooperation Framework for 2026-2030. The framework covers public administration reform, digital transformation, economic development, environmental protection and the social sector.

The importance of joint efforts to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals was emphasized, along with stronger cross-sectoral cooperation and the introduction of modern approaches to key sustainable development issues.

The sides also exchanged views on developing practical cooperation, implementing joint projects and identifying priority areas of engagement, taking into account Turkmenistan’s national priorities.

The meeting confirmed mutual interest in continuing active dialogue between Turkmenistan and UNDP and steadily strengthening cooperation.