In a significant diplomatic and cultural event, the presidential team of Kazakhstan welcomed Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, to Turkistan - one of Kazakhstan’s most historic cities and home to the UNESCO-listed Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum. The visit, rich in symbolism and substance, featured explorations of ancient Kazakh culture, including traditional crafts, the revered Tazy dog breed, and the reconstructed Ethno-village, while also emphasizing economic cooperation. Key topics discussed included strategic partnerships in the energy sector - particularly the Galanesh gas field - transport and logistics development under the North-South Corridor, and investment opportunities, with a spotlight on agricultural machinery production and a $400 million cotton cluster project. As both leaders underscored mutual trust and regional integration, the visit reinforced Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan’s shared vision for a prosperous Central Asia rooted in both historical heritage and forward-looking collaboration.
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