The unveiling ceremony of the Monument to the 30^th Anniversary of neutrality took place in Ashgabat. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and minister of foreign affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov addressed the ceremony.

At the beginning of his speech, the head of the foreign policy department of the country expressed deep gratitude to all the delegations that arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the Forum of peace and trust, emphasising that this reflects a shared commitment to the ideals of humanism and justice.

The forum in Ashgabat is particularly significant because it commemorates several key dates and initiatives: the International year of peace and trust, which was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly at the initiative of Turkmenistan and unanimously supported by all member states; International neutrality day; and the 30^th anniversary of neutrality of Turkmenistan.

It is especially symbolic that the unveiling of monument takes place in the year when the UN celebrates its 80^th anniversary. The new complex represents a tribute to decades of global efforts to establish peace, security, and cooperation. The monument reflects the very concept of neutrality of Turkmenistan, embodying friendship, mutual understanding, trust, unity, and solidarity.

«The unveiling of the monument symbolises the historical path chosen by the country and the fundamental role of neutrality in shaping domestic and foreign policy. Guided by this fundamental status, Turkmenistan implements national and international programs aimed at sustainable development, combating climate change, protecting human rights, and expanding multilateral cooperation», – said R. Meredov.

The Deputy-prime also emphasised that although the complex is located in Ashgabat, the capital of neutral Turkmenistan, its message extends far beyond national borders.

«It is conceived as an open space for all peoples, a reminder that every nation has the right to peace, security, and development through dialogue, not confrontation. In international practice, neutrality is often referred to as a «bridge of trust», a structure that unites rather than divides. Turkmenistan adheres to precisely this approach in its foreign policy, guided by the UN Charter, upholding the sovereignty of all states, and promoting a culture of peaceful cooperation», – stated R. Meredov.