Moldova eyes closer engagement with Turkmenistan, confirms upcoming visit

ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, November 21. Moldova’s
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi plans to
make a trip to Turkmenistan, the Moldovan Foreign Ministry said,
Trend reports.

Over the phone talk with Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister
and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, Popșoi reaffirmed Moldova’s
support for Turkmenistan’s internationally recognized status of
permanent neutrality.

The officials agreed to hold bilateral political consultations
as a tool to strengthen dialogue and coordination on issues of
mutual interest.

They also discussed key areas of cooperation between the two
countries, noting the potential to deepen engagement, particularly
in the energy sector.

Popșoi thanked Turkmenistan for the invitation to visit the
country, saying the trip would help expand and energize
Moldovan-Turkmen relations.