British Foreign Secretary, Lord David Cameron, embarked on a significant diplomatic mission with his visit to Ashgabat, marking the first instance of a UK Foreign Secretary setting foot
in Turkmenistan. This landmark event underscored the burgeoning bilateral relations between the two nations.
During his visit on April 24, 2024, Lord Cameron engaged in constructive dialogues with key figures in Turkmenistan's leadership, including President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Chairman Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow of the People’s Council of Turkmenistan, and Deputy Chairman Rashid Meredov of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister for Foreign Affairs.
A notable highlight of Lord Cameron's trip was his tour of the national Carpet Museum, reflecting the cultural richness and heritage of Turkmenistan.
Discussions between Lord Cameron and Turkmen leaders centered on strengthening the ties between the UK and Turkmenistan, with a focus on collaborative efforts in areas such as climate change mitigation, protection of citizen’s rights, and enhancing bilateral trade opportunities.