Parliamentary delegations from across Central Asia convened in Dushanbe on October 29, 2026, for the IV Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asian States.
Centered on the overarching theme, “Unity for Peace, Security, and Prosperity in Central Asia,” the high-level meeting brought together legislative leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan to reinforce regional dialogue, economic collaboration, and legislative coordination amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
The event was hosted and chaired by Rustam Emomali, Chairman of the National Assembly of Tajikistan’s Supreme Assembly and Mayor of Dushanbe.
Turkmenistan Highlights Strategic Partnership & Neutrality
Heading the Turkmen delegation, Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairperson of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan, emphasized her nation’s commitment to fostering stable, constructive interstate relations grounded in mutual benefit and good-neighborliness.
Representing Turkmenistan’s foreign policy principles, Gulmanova noted that legislative bodies play a critical role in providing a solid legal framework to support sustainable development goals, regional peace, and trade expansion.
“The participation of the Turkmen delegation reflects the country’s commitment to developing constructive interstate dialogue, strengthening interparliamentary ties, and further expanding mutually beneficial cooperation with the countries of Central Asia.”
Ahead of the plenary session, Chairperson Gulmanova met directly with Rustam Emomali to discuss bilateral parliamentary mechanisms and joint legislative initiatives aimed at bolstering economic and cultural cooperation between Turkmenistan and Tajikistan.
Key Priorities and Regional Agendas
In his opening address, Rustam Emomali underlined that a cohesive system of regional cooperation is taking shape across Central Asia. Key discussions among the five legislative delegations focused on:
| Focus Area | Core Objectives |
| Legal Integration | Aligning national legislation to streamline trade, transport networks, and border logistics across member states. |
| Peace & Regional Security | Promoting collaborative parliamentary strategies to counter regional security challenges and ensure political stability. |
| Sustainable Development | Strengthening socio-economic cooperation and advancing joint environmental and energy management initiatives. |
| Cultural & Human Exchange | Expanding educational, cultural, and youth exchange programs throughout Central Asia. |
As part of the regional integration and cultural program, parliamentary leaders visited the National Theatre of Tajikistan and participated in events designed to strengthen socio-cultural ties between the neighboring nations.
Outlook: Strengthening Parliamentary Diplomacy
The IV Inter-Parliamentary Forum highlights the growing significance of parliamentary diplomacy in Central Asia. By building direct channels between national legislatures, member states aim to ensure that agreements reached at the presidential and executive levels are backed by robust, standardized legal frameworks across all five nations. /// nCa, 30 October 2026