Today, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left for a visit to the Principality of Monaco.

At the International Airport of the capital, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan spoke with representatives of the country's media.

Hero Arkadag said that he was leaving for a visit to the Principality of Monaco, which, among other destinations, is known in the world for its sporting achievements. As is known, Monaco has been declared the «Sports Capital of the World 2025». Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, this year in Turkmenistan has been declared the «International Year of Peace and Trust». In this regard, the National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasised the important role of sports in strengthening peace and trust throughout the world.

Continuing, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty quoted the words of the founder of the modern Olympic Games in 1894, Pierre de Coubertin «Oh, sport! You are peace!» This expression as a symbol of peace, creativity, development, joy and a healthy lifestyle, as well as the desire to win, inspires everyone.

Hero-Arkadag also noted that this year marks 10 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and Monaco, and this visit will be a significant step in the development of cooperation between our countries in various spheres.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasised the importance of wide coverage in the media of the partnership with Monaco and in this context gave relevant instructions to media representatives.

Then the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan left for the Principality of Monaco. Hero Arkadag was seen off by officials.

It should be noted that today, under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the peaceful foreign policy strategy of neutral Turkmenistan, initiated by Hero Arkadag, is being successfully implemented, demonstrating commitment to constructive international dialogue based on mutual respect and equality. A clear confirmation of this is the current visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Hero Arkadag to Monaco.

Long-term bilateral cooperation between Turkmenistan and European countries is multifaceted, in particular, in the political and diplomatic, trade and economic, and cultural and humanitarian spheres. Political and diplomatic interaction is consistently developing both in bilateral and multilateral formats, including within the framework of authoritative international organizations and structures.

Programs and projects aimed at promoting the socio-economic development of our state are effectively implemented with European countries.

In this regard, it should be noted that projects in such areas as science and education, agriculture, environmental protection, and struggling climate change are being successfully implemented in Turkmenistan.

Large European companies are fruitfully operating in various segments of the Turkmen market. The number of business representatives from the region interested in cooperation with Turkmenistan is growing.

An integral part of relations between Turkmenistan and European countries is also the cultural and humanitarian sphere. This is clearly demonstrated by mutual visits of delegations of the two countries, regular holding of Culture Days, various exhibitions and other events.

The current visit of the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov to the Principality of Monaco will open a new page in the development of mutually beneficial cooperation.