Today, a telephone conversation took place between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi.

Warmly greeting each other, the interlocutors expressed satisfaction with the opportunity to discuss priority aspects of bilateral cooperation and exchanged congratulations on the occasion of Oraza Bayram, as well as wishes of good health, well-being, peace and prosperity to the Turkmen and Iranian peoples.

In continuation of the conversation, the parties noted with satisfaction the current high level of centuries-old ties between Turkmenistan and Iran, which have developed in recent years, based on rich experience and the principles of equality, good neighborliness and mutual respect.

During a telephone conversation, the leaders discussed the possibilities of building up bilateral partnership, taking into account the existing prospects and current realities. Noting the positive nature of the Turkmen-Iranian trade and economic contacts, the heads of state stressed that great importance is attached to the effective work of the joint Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, which is one of the important tools for deepening and diversifying productive ties.

Speaking about the importance of developing cultural and humanitarian cooperation, which plays a big role in strengthening interstate dialogue, rapprochement between the peoples of the two countries, in mutual enrichment of cultures, Presidents Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi spoke in favor of expanding partnerships in the field of science and education, culture and art, in the field of sports.

Confirming the commitment of both countries to unbreakable friendly and fraternal ties, the interlocutors stressed that all efforts would continue to be made to intensify fruitful bilateral cooperation in priority areas for the benefit of the Turkmen and Iranian peoples.

At the end of the telephone conversation, the heads of state expressed confidence in the further successful development of Turkmen-Iranian cooperation and exchanged good wishes to each other and the peoples of neighboring countries.

The telephone conversation took place at the initiative of the Iranian side.