On October 28, 2026, meetings were held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to discuss various areas of cooperation with Iran, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

During talks between Ahmet Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and Hamid Ganbari, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Economic Diplomacy, the sides considered opportunities to expand trade and economic relations between the two countries. They also discussed issues related to the implementation of joint projects in the energy and industrial sectors.

On the same day, Ahmet Gurbanov met with Anna Bordon, Head of the International Monetary Fund’s Mission for Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan. The meeting focused on developing dialogue among economic experts, strengthening macroeconomic stability and exchanging experience in economic policy.

Talks between Mahri Bashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and Ahmed Al-Hai Hamad Khamis Al-Hameli, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Turkmenistan, addressed the current state of bilateral cooperation and opportunities for its further development. The parties also exchanged views on mutual support at international platforms, including the United Nations.

The meetings demonstrate the continuation of Turkmenistan’s dialogue with foreign partners aimed at developing cooperation in the trade, economic, financial and diplomatic fields.