Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov meets WHO Country Office head Yegor Zaitsev

On October 28, 2026, Turkmenistan's Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov met Yegor Zaitsev, head of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Turkmenistan, at the Foreign Ministry of Turkmenistan. Zaitsev is concluding his mission in the country. The meeting was reported by the Turkmen Foreign Ministry.

The sides discussed cooperation between Turkmenistan and the WHO, noting the importance of the partnership in strengthening the national health system, improving medical services and implementing state health policy priorities. Meredov stressed the WHO's role in promoting international cooperation in health and the value of constructive engagement within national and international programmes.

Zaitsev thanked the Turkmen side for productive cooperation and comprehensive support during his time in the country. Both sides noted the results achieved through joint work, and the WHO confirmed its interest in further developing its partnership with Turkmenistan. Meredov wished Zaitsev success in his future professional work.