On 14 April 2026, Bayram Bayramov, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, met with Mohamed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director General of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS). This was reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan.

The negotiations focused on developing cooperation in the field of horse breeding, taking into account that 2026 in Turkmenistan is being held under the motto ‘Independent Neutral Turkmenistan − the Homeland of Purposeful Winged Horses’.

The parties discussed the preparation of a Memorandum of Understanding between the relevant ministries as the basis for formalising the partnership. Issues of technical cooperation were considered, including the exchange of experience in the field of digital pedigree records and veterinary protocols.

A willingness to engage in regular dialogue to coordinate joint initiatives was noted. The significance of the racehorse as a cultural symbol for Turkmenistan and the United Arab Emirates was emphasised.