TELEPHONE CONVERSATION OF THE MINISTERS OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF TURKMENISTAN AND EGYPT

On June 25, 2020, a telephone conversation took place between Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan R.Meredov and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt S.Shoukry.

The diplomats discussed a number of key issues regarding Turkmen-Egyptian relations. The high level of political-diplomatic dialogue and the positive experience of cooperation within the international organizations, in particular the UN, were emphasized. Colleagues noted the need for inter-MFA consultations in an online format in the near future.

Issues related to overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic and its socio-economic consequences were discussed. The need to use all necessary scientific, financial and other resources to resolve the situation was emphasized.

Diplomats considered the possibilities of widening the trade-economic cooperation and maintaining the positive dynamics of bilateral trade turnover.   

An exchange of views took place on the development of cooperation in the field of science, education and culture.