In a refreshing show of international collaboration, China's top legislator Zhao Leji met with Turkmen National Assembly chairperson Dunyagozel Gulmanova in Beijing. The two leaders discussed aligning the Belt and Road Initiative with Turkmenistan's development strategy and reviving the historic Great Silk Road. 🤝
Zhao emphasized deepening cooperation in connectivity, agriculture, culture, tourism, and education. This meeting follows the elevation of bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership, as announced in January 2023 by President Xi Jinping and Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.
The talks also spotlighted the significance of friendly legislative exchanges. Both sides are set to boost collaboration in legislation, supervision, and governance—key moves that resonate with a generation eager for global connectivity and innovation.
On a strategic note, Zhao appreciated Turkmenistan's firm support on sensitive issues such as the Taiwan question and matters concerning Xinjiang and human rights. He reiterated China's commitment to backing Turkmenistan in safeguarding its national independence, sovereignty, and security. Meanwhile, Gulmanova highlighted the dynamic progress achieved in politics, economy, diplomacy, and culture, and expressed readiness to enhance exchanges among youth, women parliamentarians, and special committees.
This engaging dialogue not only paves the way for robust economic and cultural ties but also mirrors global trends toward sustainable and tech-driven cooperation—a perfect reflection of today's vibrant, mobile-connected world.
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China's top legislator meets Turkmen National Assembly chairperson
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