On the meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to Turkmenistan

On 2 November 2026 the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova met with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to Turkmenistan (with residence  in Baku) Etienne Berchtold.

The Ambassador presented the Turkmen side with copies of his credentials and assured that he would make every effort to further strengthen Austrian-Turkmen ties.

During the meeting, the parties emphasized the positive dynamics in the development of bilateral relations in the political-diplomatic, trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian spheres.

The importance of high-level contacts as the key factor in the development of inter-state relations was emphasized.

The parties noted the closeness of positions of two countries on issues related to the matters of peace, stability and sustainable development. In this context, the significance of the policy of neutrality followed by Turkmenistan and the Republic of Austria was highlighted.

The positive experience of cooperation between the two countries within international organizations, in particular the UN, and the opportunities for joint activities in the context of implementing the UN General Assembly resolution “International Year of Law, 2028”, initiated by Turkmenistan were viewed during the meeting.

The diplomats also exchanged views on extending cultural and humanitarian ties.

The parties agreed to continue an active dialogue aimed at expanding Turkmen-Austrian relations across all areas of mutual interest.