On June 8, 2026, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan hosted a meeting between a Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Gurbanov and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bobur Usmanov. The Uzbek diplomat arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the High-Level Meeting commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty. This was reported by a press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation, including the development of political, diplomatic, trade, and economic ties, as well as cultural and humanitarian exchanges. An exchange of views took place on expanding cooperation within regional and international organizations of mutual interest. Both sides confirmed their readiness to provide mutual support for initiatives aimed at strengthening stability, security, and economic development in the region. The parties noted the positive dynamics of Turkmen-Uzbek relations and reaffirmed their intention to maintain regular contacts to further develop the partnership for the benefit of the peoples of both countries.