Hey everyone! 🚀 Big news today as China's top legislator, Zhao Leji, met with Turkmen National Assembly chairperson Dunyagozel Gulmanova in Beijing to boost strategic ties between the two nations. The talks focused on aligning the Belt and Road Initiative with Turkmenistan’s development strategy to revive the historic Great Silk Road.
This meeting builds on the comprehensive strategic partnership announced in January 2023 by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, setting the stage for deeper cooperation in connectivity, agriculture, culture, tourism, and education.
Zhao emphasized that the Chinese mainland highly values Turkmenistan's firm support on key issues, including the Taiwan question and concerns related to Xinjiang and human rights. He reassured that China will always back Turkmenistan in safeguarding its national independence, sovereignty, and security, while encouraging a development path that suits its unique conditions.
Highlighting the importance of multilateral cooperation, Zhao called for joint efforts to implement major global initiatives proposed by President Xi, safeguard the WTO-centered trading system, and practice true multilateralism. He also stressed the need for enhanced legislative exchanges to create a favorable legal framework for practical cooperation.
Chairperson Gulmanova noted that under the strategic guidance of both nations' leaders, their comprehensive partnership has flourished across political, economic, diplomatic, and cultural fields. The National Assembly of Turkmenistan is eager to further strengthen exchanges with China's National People's Congress, especially through initiatives involving youth and women parliamentarians.
This dynamic engagement marks a promising step toward even greater collaboration, paving the way for exciting opportunities and mutual growth in various sectors!
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China's top legislator meets Turkmen National Assembly chairperson
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