On May 12, 2026, a meeting was held between the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Political Affairs to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.

Expressing gratitude for the time spared for the meeting, Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican emphasized that Malaysia attaches great importance to expanding multifaceted cooperation with Turkmenistan. Availing himself of the opportunity, the guest conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to the National Leader of the Turkmen people from the Supreme Head of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim and the country's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Noting the ever-growing beauty of the architectural appearance of the Turkmen capital, Ashgabat, Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican also congratulated the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan on the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Turkmenistan and the Petronas company.

Warmly welcoming the guest and emphasizing the exceptional importance of the current visit in the context of raising bilateral cooperation to a qualitatively new level, the National Leader of the Turkmen people addressed reciprocal greetings and best wishes to the leadership of Malaysia.

During the conversation, the parties noted with satisfaction the dynamic nature of Turkmen-Malaysian interaction, covering fields such as economy, transport, energy, education and culture.

Speaking about the trade and economic partnership, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan emphasized the significant contribution of Malaysian companies to expanding bilateral ties in trade and economy.

The fuel and energy sector also stands out as a promising area of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Malaysia. In this context, the National Leader of the Turkmen people noted that Turkmenistan highly values the constructive dynamics of interaction with the Petronas company.

The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan also noted that on the occasion of the significant date, Turkmenistan plans to host a scientific and practical conference and an exhibition dedicated to Turkmen-Malaysian relations as part of the upcoming visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia.

In turn, the guest expressed sincere gratitude to the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Turkmenistan for their long-term support of Petronas in its productive activities in Turkmenistan, confirming the company's steadfast readiness for further partnership.

The parties exchanged views on the consistent deepening of cooperation in the Caspian Sea. Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican announced the Malaysian side's interest in participating in development projects for the giant Galkynyş gas field to increase the volume of produced commercial gas.

The National Leader of the Turkmen people emphasized the strategic importance of signing the Protocol on Commercial Terms between the State Concern Türkmennebit and the company Petronas Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn. Bhd. during the Malaysian delegation's visit to our country.

At the same time, it was noted that within the framework of the upcoming visit of the Prime Minister of Malaysia to Turkmenistan, the signing of a Production Sharing Agreement between the State Concern Türkmennebit and the company Petronas Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn. Bhd. is planned.

Focusing attention on the cultural and humanitarian dialogue, particularly in the sphere of education, the National Leader of the Turkmen people noted the importance of Turkmen students studying at Malaysian universities in the context of strengthening bilateral relations.

In conclusion of the meeting, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, and the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Political Affairs to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican, expressed confidence in the further development of constructive cooperation in the interests of the friendly peoples of both countries and exchanged best wishes.