AKIPRESS.COM - Delegation of Turkmenistan led by the Deputy Foreign Minister was on a working visit to Dushanbe October 18-20, the Turkmen foreign ministry said.

Within the framework of the visit, the delegation was received by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan N. Zohidi and the head of the Protocol Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan Sh. Niyozov.

The talks focused on preparation for the visits at the highest level. The parties also stressed the need for further development of cooperation between the foreign ministries of the two countries and noted the importance of continuing positive contacts in the issues of interaction within authoritative international organizations.

During the discussion of issues of trade and economic cooperation, the sides expressed interest in developing relations in the energy and transport sectors. Speaking about the cultural and humanitarian component of the relationship, it was noted the commitment of the sides to the development of cooperation in the fields of education, science and sports.

During the visit to Tajikistan, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan S. Aslov.