During his working visit to the Russian Federation, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in an informal summit meeting of the Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States. This was reported by TDH.

The event took place in St. Petersburg, at the State Hermitage Museum. The Head of Turkmenistan was met by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The summit was preceded by a joint tour of the museum halls by the leaders of the CIS countries.

During the meeting, Heads of State summed up the work of the Commonwealth for the current year and discussed plans for the future. Positive dynamics in economic cooperation were noted. The exchange of views on current regional and international issues was also discussed.

The Russian President congratulated Serdar Berdimuhamedov on Turkmenistan's upcoming chairmanship of the CIS in 2026 and wished him success. The commitment of the Commonwealth countries to the principles of equality, mutual respect and trust was emphasised.

As an associate member of the CIS, Turkmenistan is consistently developing cooperation in the fields of economy, transport and logistics. Particular attention is paid to the development of international North-South and East-West transport corridors, as well as cooperation in the energy sector.

Humanitarian and environmental issues also remain on Turkmenistan's agenda, including participation in addressing the problems of the Aral region and promoting initiatives in the field of sustainable development and ‘green’ diplomacy.

Special attention is paid to Turkmen-Russian relations. The parties are developing a strategic partnership in the trade, economic, transport and humanitarian spheres.

At the end of the visit programme, an informal lunch and concert were held for the Heads of State. After that, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov left for Ashgabat, where he was met by officials.

The participation of the Head of Turkmenistan in the informal CIS summit confirmed the country's readiness for open dialogue and practical cooperation within the Commonwealth.