On October 13th, the 5th meeting of the High-Level Group of the DARYA regional program commenced in Ashgabat, dedicated to skill development in the context of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor.

During the first day of the meeting, pressing issues regarding the training of qualified personnel for the transport and logistics industry, the development of vocational education, and the strengthening of regional cooperation in Central Asia were discussed.

Speaking at the event, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mahri Bashimova noted the importance of developing transport connectivity to expand international and regional cooperation. Mahri Bashimova stated that the effective functioning of transport corridors requires not only modern infrastructure, but also qualified specialists possessing the necessary professional competence.

It was emphasized that the development of human capital, the enhancement of the vocational education system, and the training of personnel aligned with modern labor market demands are essential conditions for increasing the efficiency and competitiveness of the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor.

Special attention during the meeting was paid to the exchange of experience between Central Asian countries and the European Union, strengthening interaction among government agencies, educational institutions, and the private sector, as well as identifying further directions for regional cooperation in skill development.

The work of the meeting is ongoing.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan