On October 28, 2026, a delegation from Turkmenistan, headed by Deputy Prosecutor General E. Agayev, attended the Third Ministerial Meeting of the Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Member States held in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The high-level international assembly brought together more than 250 delegates representing 48 OIC member states, alongside experts and officials from key international entities.
Key Highlights of the Baku Conference
The conference focused on establishing robust multilateral frameworks to combat corruption across member countries. Primary discussions centered around:
- Law Enforcement Collaboration: Enhancing joint cross-border investigations and strengthening intelligence sharing between anti-corruption bodies.
- Financial Integrity & Asset Recovery: Developing streamlined mechanisms to recover illicitly acquired assets and improve financial transparency across jurisdiction boundaries.
- The Mecca Agreement: Reviewing progress on the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Convention on Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Cooperation—originally established in 2023—to move commitments from diplomatic agreements into concrete operational outcomes.
Turkmenistan’s Strategic Agenda and National Program
Addressing the assembly, Deputy Prosecutor General Agayev underscored that upholding the rule of law, protecting fundamental citizens’ rights, and modernizing legislative frameworks serve as core pillars of Turkmenistan’s domestic policy.
“Ensuring transparency, improving legal mechanisms, and protecting civic rights remain vital priorities for our state governance.”
— E. Agayev, Deputy Prosecutor General of Turkmenistan
During the session, the Turkmen delegation highlighted ongoing anti-corruption reforms being implemented under the National Program for 2025–2029. This national strategic framework is centered on updating national anti-corruption laws to align with global standards, systematically reducing corruption risks within public administration and procurement, and elevating the professional potential and ethical standards of the country’s law enforcement workforce.
Broader Diplomatic Significance
Turkmenistan’s participation in the Baku ministerial meeting underscores Ashgabat’s commitment to constructive international dialogue within the OIC framework. By aligning with partner states on law enforcement cooperation, the Turkmen delegation reaffirmed the country’s intent to active knowledge sharing, legal harmonization, and the adoption of modern practices in global anti-corruption governance. /// nCa, 30 October 2026