On August 31, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived on a working visit to the People's Republic of China to participate in the Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and celebrations dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II, TDH reports.

Under the leadership of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Turkmenistan has been consistently continuing the foreign policy strategy laid down by the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Hero-Arkadag, based on the principles of positive neutrality, peacefulness and fruitful cooperation. A vivid confirmation of this is the participation of the President of Turkmenistan as an honorary guest in the SCO Summit at the invitation of the Chairman of the PRC Xi Jinping.

Our country's cooperation with the SCO member states is becoming increasingly important in strengthening regional security and developing economic and cultural ties. Economic cooperation occupies an important place in the framework of Turkmenistan's relations with the SCO member states. Our country, which has huge reserves of natural gas and oil, is an attractive partner for the Organization's states. The development of transport infrastructure, the creation of new trade routes, and the implementation of investment projects contribute to the expansion of economic ties and have a positive impact on the economies of all countries participating in this partnership.

Cultural and humanitarian cooperation also plays an important role in strengthening Turkmenistan's interaction with the SCO member states.

At the same time, special attention is paid to cooperation in the field of ecology and sustainable development. In the context of climate change, the SCO countries and Turkmenistan are joining forces to address issues related to water management, environmental protection and the efficient use of natural resources. Joint projects and initiatives in this area contribute to ensuring environmental well-being and improving the standard of living of the population.

Thus, Turkmenistan's interaction with the countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization is multifaceted and long-term, contributes to strengthening stability in the region and developing mutually beneficial relations. At the Tianjin International Airport, decorated with the national flags of the two countries, the President of Turkmenistan was warmly welcomed by officials of the People's Republic of China and members of the official delegation of our country. From the airport, the President of Turkmenistan proceeded to the residence allocated for the visit.

In the afternoon, Serdar Berdimuhamedov visited the Meijiang Exhibition and Conference Center. In the foyer of the Center, the President of Turkmenistan was warmly welcomed by the Chairman of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping and his wife, and a joint photo was taken.

After the ceremony of taking a joint photo of the heads of delegations participating in the Summit, a dinner was given here in honor of the distinguished guests on behalf of the Chairman of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan.

The working visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the People's Republic of China continues.