Turkmenistan and Uganda held high-level talks in Kampala, confirming their intention to develop relations toward practical economic cooperation. This was reported by the news website Turkmenportal.
The Turkmen delegation was led by Yagshuli Mammedov, Head of the Middle East and Africa Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The Ugandan side was represented by Ambassador Leonard Mugerwa, with organizational support from Ugandan diplomatic representatives.
The two sides outlined key areas of cooperation, including trade and investment, energy, textiles, agriculture, education, tourism, and cultural exchanges. Turkmenistan proposed exporting natural gas and textile products, while Uganda offered coffee and poultry products, as well as cooperation in food processing development.
Education programs, academic exchanges, and training in the field of international relations were also discussed, along with the organization of business forums and trade exhibitions.
In addition, the parties considered simplifying travel for diplomats by introducing a visa-free regime for holders of diplomatic and official passports. They also touched upon cooperation within the United Nations and prospects for reciprocal visits.
Following the meeting, both sides noted an intensification of bilateral dialogue, with further agreements and contacts expected through 2027.