Bishkek, The Europe Today: A delegation led by Turkmenistan’s Minister of Construction and Architecture, Abdulla Geldiyev, took part in a meeting of construction ministers in the Central Asia-China construction format in Bishkek on November 11–13, presenting the country’s experience in implementing urban development solutions, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reported on Wednesday.
Turkmenistan’s Priorities for Central Asia-China Construction Cooperation
The Turkmen side identified improving housing quality, ensuring the sustainable development of cities and settlements, introducing digital and environmentally friendly technologies, advancing scientific and technical cooperation, training highly qualified specialists, and expanding investment and business ties as priority areas for cooperation.
The delegation also presented construction and infrastructure projects being carried out under national programs, with particular attention to the experience gained in building the city of Arkadag using modern urban planning solutions. Arkadag, inaugurated in 2023, has been developed as a model smart city incorporating modern infrastructure and digital management systems.
Geldiyev Calls for Stronger Multilateral Dialogue
In his remarks at the meeting, Minister Geldiyev emphasized the importance of strengthening multilateral cooperation, establishing regular dialogue among relevant sectoral agencies and exchanging best practices.
Particular attention was also given to implementing the Beijing Initiative, adopted following the first meeting of construction ministers in the Central Asia-China format in Beijing in November 2025.
Earthquake-Resistant Construction and Smart Cities
The meeting also covered opportunities for cooperation in earthquake-resistant construction, the development of modern urban projects, smart city infrastructure management and the creation of public spaces. These areas are of shared importance to the region, where rapid urbanization and seismic risks place a premium on safe and sustainable construction practices.
Participants also reviewed a draft action plan for cooperation in construction for 2027–2028 and a draft joint statement on construction issues for 2026.
Commitment to Mutually Beneficial Cooperation
The Turkmen side reaffirmed its commitment to developing mutually beneficial cooperation, continuing dialogue and implementing the agreements reached within the Central Asia-China framework.
