Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Align on Water Issues in Regional Cooperation

Ashgabat, The Gulf Observer: The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a telephone conversation with the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to discuss their shared commitment to addressing water issues, as reported by the News Hub Consultants.
Berdimuhamedov emphasized that water challenges in the 21st century represent a global concern, directly impacting the economic, climatic, and political stability of nations. He expressed satisfaction with the strong alignment between Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan on this critical issue, highlighting it as a solid foundation for joint efforts.
Reflecting on his speech at the “One Water” Summit in Saudi Arabia, Berdimuhamedov underscored three essential principles for addressing water issues in Central Asia:
- Adherence to international law in water resource management.
- Mutual consideration of regional interests to ensure equitable solutions.
- Active involvement of international organizations, particularly under the auspices of the United Nations.
The National Leader expressed confidence that these principles would enable Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan to work collaboratively and effectively in resolving regional water challenges, further strengthening their bilateral relationship.
This discussion reinforces the commitment of both nations to sustainable water resource management, setting a precedent for cooperation in addressing one of the most pressing global issues of our time.