The 5th meeting of the OTS Coordination Committee on March 12, 2025, in Istanbul focused on implementing agenda items from the 11th OTS Summit and discussed the Action Plan for 2025. Turkmenistan’s Ambassador emphasized peace and trust, marking the country’s 30th anniversary of neutrality and advocating for 2025 to be the International Year of Peace and Trust.
On March 12, 2025, the 5th meeting of the Coordination Committee of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) was held at the OTS Secretariat in Istanbul. The meeting was attended by M. Ishangulyev, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Türkiye, along with Deputy Foreign Ministers from various member states, the Ambassador of Hungary, and heads of several Turkic organizations.
The agenda of the meeting included discussions on the implementation of decisions taken during the 11th OTS Summit, collaboration on joint activities, and a review of the Action Plan for 2025. Reports regarding the activities of affiliated international organizations under the OTS for the year 2024 were also presented.
During the meeting, the Turkmen delegation highlighted the significance of peace and trust in international relations. Ambassador Ishangulyev elaborated on Turkmenistan’s efforts in promoting dialogue and cooperation, particularly stressing the importance of the country’s upcoming 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality, which underpins its commitment to sustainable peace.
The Turkmen delegation urged participants to support the UN General Assembly’s Resolution that declares 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust, initiated by Turkmenistan. This reiterated the nation’s commitment to fostering international collaboration towards strengthening peace and trust globally.
In conclusion, the 5th meeting of the Coordination Committee of the OTS underscored important discussions on joint initiatives and emphasized Turkmenistan’s role in promoting international peace and trust. The country’s celebration of its neutrality and the proposal for the International Year of Peace and Trust highlight its dedication to facilitating dialogue and cooperation among Turkic states and beyond.
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