The Qatari newspaper ‘Al Sharq’ published an article marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality. The article emphasises that the status of a neutral state, recognised by the UN in 1995, has become the basis of the country's foreign policy and strengthened its international authority, according to the Orient news agency.

The publication notes that for three decades, Turkmenistan has consistently promoted the principles of peace, trust, and good neighbourliness.

The article also mentions the International Forum in Ashgabat, which will be held on 12 December, timed to coincide with the International Year of Peace and Trust, International Neutrality Day and the 30th anniversary of the country's neutral status.

It is noted that neutrality has become the strategic basis of Turkmenistan's policy, allowing the country to become an important centre of regional and international cooperation, developing equal and mutually beneficial relations with other states.