ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, May 13.Turkmenistan and
Malaysia discussed bilateral partnership in the energy sector and
the expantion of cooperation with Malaysian oil company of
Petronas, Trend reports
via the press service of the Turkmen government.
The talks were held during a meeting between Chairman of the
Halk Maslahaty (Parliament) of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly
Berdimuhamedov and Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican, Chairman of the
Advisory Committee on Political Affairs under the Prime Minister of
Malaysia.
During the meeting, the Malaysian side conveyed greetings from
Malaysia’s leadership, and highlighted Kuala Lumpur’s strong
interest in expanding multifaceted cooperation with
Turkmenistan.
The sides discussed the steady development of bilateral
relations across key areas, including economy, transport,
education, and culture, with particular emphasis on energy
cooperation.
Particular attention was given to long-term collaboration with
Malaysian energy company Petronas, which marked 30 years of
presence in Turkmenistan. Berdimuhamedov noted the company’s
contribution to offshore Caspian development and training of
qualified personnel for the country’s oil and gas sector.
The parties also expressed readiness to further deepen strategic
cooperation, including through upcoming joint events dedicated to
the anniversary of Turkmenistan-Malaysia energy partnership.
