A BRIEFING DEDICATED TO THE HISTORIC DECISIONS OF THE PEOPLE'S COUNCIL OF TURKMENISTAN WAS HELD AT THE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

On February 12, 2022, a briefing was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan on the historic decisions that were reached as part of an extraordinary meeting of the People's Council (Halk Maslakhaty) of Turkmenistan.

Heads and representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and heads of diplomatic missions and representative offices of international organizations accredited in the country attended the briefing.

During his speech, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov emphasized that the important political events that have recently taken place in the country are of great importance, both in terms of the internal development of the state and society, and the development of international activities of Turkmenistan. At the same time, it was underlined that the foreign policy strategy of Turkmenistan was carried out in strict accordance with the fundamental principles of our state, namely, neutrality, peacefulness, good neighborliness and mutually beneficial cooperation.

It was noted that events of international importance were held at a high level, among which special emphasis should be placed at the XI meeting of the International Association of Akhal-Teke Horse Breeding, the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the 15th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization.

It was underlined that during the extraordinary meeting of the People's Council of Turkmenistan, held on February 11, decisions of historic significance were adopted, in the adoption of which the people of Turkmenistan actively participated. The Resolution “On Approval of the Program “Revival of a New Era of a Powerful State: National Program for the Socio-Economic Development of Turkmenistan for 2022-2052” was adopted.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan noted that among the most important priorities for the further implementation of the progressive state policy, the Leader of the Nation outlined the use of all means for the stable development of the economy. In order to develop the non-state sector and transfer the economy to market relations, we also provide for broad support for entrepreneurship, the head of state said.

R. Meredov also emphasized that the President of Turkmenistan placed special emphasis on the importance of the foreign policy of the state and the high authority of Turkmenistan in the international arena.

As the Head of State said, “our foreign policy is based on the Constitution of Turkmenistan, the Constitutional Law on the Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan, the Foreign Policy Concept of Turkmenistan as a neutral state, and other legislative acts. This policy is an exemplary policy that calls on the entire human world to improve relations. Neutrality is our political doctrine. We will continue to develop positive international cooperation with all foreign partners on the basis of equality and mutual respect,” the head of the country's foreign ministry said.

R. Meredov noted a very important point in the President's speech. The Head of state clearly highlighted it in his speech, emphasizing that he places special hope in the implementation of the plans and programs being adopted on our youth.

In his speech at the meeting of the Halk Maslakhaty, the Head of State emphasized: “As you know, 15 years ago, on February 11, 2007, elections of the President of Turkmenistan were held in our country. Then my native people elected me to the highest state post, thereby showing great confidence.

At the same time, I am acting as Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, Chairman of the State Security Council, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan, and Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of the Milli Gengesh of Turkmenistan.

As you know, two years ago I reached the age of a prophet. And today, I want to present and discuss with you a difficult decision about myself, which I came to. I support the idea that the road to public administration at a new stage in the development of our country should be given to young leaders who have been brought up in a spiritual environment and in accordance with the high requirements of our time.

As the Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty, I intend to further direct my vast life and political experience to this area.”

The minister also noted that in his concluding speech, the head of state stressed that “today, according to the primordial traditions and customs, once again all the people and in unity held a significant meeting for the state, at which a discussion of issues related to the future fate of the country, took place.”

At the end of the briefing, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan noted that, following the main objectives of foreign policy based on the constitutional norms and the Concept of Turkmenistan's foreign policy, independent, neutral Turkmenistan will continue to actively contribute to building a stable, fair, democratic world order based on the principles of international law and will do everything necessary to strengthen peace and security on our planet.