Published 18:43 IST, October 15th 2020
President Kovind holds talks with Turkmenistan leader over 'immense potential' in trade
President Ram Nath Kovind on October 15 held telephonic conversations with Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and talk about potential in trade.
President Ram Nath Kovind on October 15 held telephonic conversations with Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and both leaders acknowledged the cordial relations between the nations underpinned by historical as well as the civilisational links. As per the official statement by Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Kovind and Berdimuhamedov also noted that the sustained momentum of cooperation in several areas. They both agreed that there is “immense” potential that exists in the spheres of trade and economy that can enable India and Turkmenistan’s joint development.
The statement, “The leaders acknowledged the warm and cordial relations between the two countries underpinned by historical and civilizational links. They noted with satisfaction the sustained momentum of cooperation in diverse areas."
"The leaders agreed on the immense potential that exists in trade and economic spheres and noted the success of joint collaboration between Indian and Turkmen companies, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector,” it added.
President Kovind accepts credentials of envoys
President Ram Nath Kovind on October 14 accepted the credentials from the Ambassador/High Commissioners of Switzerland, Malta and Botswana. As per the official statement by the Rashtrapati Bhawan, those who presented their credentials included Ambassador of Switzerland Dr Ralf Heckner, High Commissioner of Malta Reuben Gauci and High Commissioner of Botswana Gilbert Shimane Mangole. President conveyed his good wishes to all the envoys and noted the “warm and friendly” relations that India shared with all three nations.
He noted that the bilateral ties with Switzerland, Malta, and Bostwana are “deeply rooted” in the shared vision of peace as well as prosperity. President Kovind also expressed his gratitude to all three governments for supporting India’s candidature for the non-permanent seat at the United Nations (UN) Security Council for the next term, that is, 2021-22.
The official statement said, “Speaking on the occasion, President Kovind conveyed his good wishes to the envoys on their appointment. He noted that India has enjoyed warm and friendly relations with all the three countries and that our ties were deeply rooted in a common vision of peace and prosperity."
"He also thanked their Governments for supporting India’s candidature for the non-permanent seat of UN Security Council for the term 2021-22,” it added.
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Updated 18:42 IST, October 15th 2020