Turkmen President proposes Network of Young Trust Ambassadors for CICA member states

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan proposed the formation of a Network of Young Trust Ambassadors on 15 October, speaking at the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) in Baku.

The head of state stressed the importance of humanitarian cooperation, saying the rich cultural traditions and historical ties of the peoples of CICA countries serve as a reliable foundation for strengthening mutual understanding. Turkmenistan advocates expanding academic exchanges and developing partnerships within youth platforms.

The president said intensifying youth diplomacy would be a powerful incentive to engage the next generation in strengthening the culture of peaceful dialogue. As a practical step, he suggested creating a network of active, talented and progressive youth from the participating countries, tasked with promoting the ideals of peace, tolerance and constructive intercultural dialogue.