ASHGABAT - Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met with U.S. Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah Rogers, who arrived in Ashgabat on a working visit, Turkmenportal.com reports.
During the talks, the parties noted the active and productive nature of bilateral cooperation in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. It was emphasized that contacts at the highest and highest levels remain a key factor in the development of bilateral ties.
Particular attention was paid to the Turkmen-American partnership in education, science, culture, and the digitalization of key economic sectors. It was noted that, as part of the agreements reached, Turkmenistan participates in more than 15 U.S. educational programs, and that sustainable cooperation has been established between specialized universities in the two countries.
The diplomats discussed the possibility of implementing joint projects in the cultural and humanitarian spheres. The Ambassadors' Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) program's successful 25-year work in Turkmenistan was particularly noted.
The meeting also discussed cooperation in the areas of media, public relations, and public diplomacy, including developing professional contacts, sharing experiences, and implementing joint initiatives.
Following the talks, the parties confirmed their interest in further developing relations both bilaterally and within the C5+1 platform.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
June 8, 2026