Turkmenistan proposed to create a Global Atlas of Sustainable Transport Connectivity

Turkmenistan, promoting international participation in the transport and logistics sector, proposed the creation of a Global Atlas of Sustainable Transport Connectivity. This initiative of Ashgabat was voiced by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan R. Meredov, speaking at the World Government Summit in Dubai.

According to the minister, «its main elements should include:

— multilateral partnerships involving governments, international organizations, research institutions, the private sector and civil society to identify and implement a clear sequence of long-term joint practical steps;

— an open data platform that facilitates the exchange of critical information, combining various sources;

— constant analysis of information and development on its basis of mutually agreed decisions at the intergovernmental level».

The head of the Turkmen foreign ministry also noted that Turkmenistan, as a responsible member of the international community, clearly formulates and implements its approaches and actions, outlining priorities according to which the country’s contribution will contribute to the speedy achievement of global goals.