President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov outlined the country's priorities in nature conservation and international environmental cooperation on October 16 at the Summit of Leaders of the UN Conference on Biodiversity in Yerevan. This is reported by the TDH news agency.

During his speech, the head of Turkmenistan noted that the country pays special attention to protecting rare animal and plant species, developing environmental monitoring and improving the system of specially protected natural areas. The key areas also include preserving the ecosystems of the Caspian and Aral Seas, combating desertification and expanding regional cooperation.

In addition, Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted the importance of Turkmenistan's National Strategy and Action Plan for Biodiversity Conservation for 2026–2035, as well as cooperation with UNESCO and relevant UN agencies.

The President of Turkmenistan emphasized the need to expand developing countries' access to environmental financing, modern technologies and scientific resources. Strengthening national capacity and the fair distribution of benefits from the use of genetic resources were identified as important conditions for fulfilling international environmental commitments.

Turkmenistan also advocates the establishment of the Ashgabat Climate Dialogue and the Regional Center for Combating Desertification for the countries of Central Asia. These initiatives are aimed at strengthening international partnership, enhancing climate resilience and the rational use of natural resources.

Particular attention in the speech was devoted to the implementation of the Awaza Programme of Action for 2024–2034 and the Awaza Political Declaration, as well as the development of South–South cooperation.

Serdar Berdimuhamedov reaffirmed Turkmenistan's readiness to cooperate with interested states and international organizations to preserve biodiversity and achieve global environmental goals.