Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan Discuss Launching Transport Corridor From China
Date
7/26/2024 5:21:02 AM
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, July 26. Kyrgyzstan and
Turkmenistan have discussed launching a transport corridor from
China during the VI meeting of the Kyrgyz-Turkmen Intergovernmental
Commission, Trend
reports.
The proposed corridor would traverse China, Kyrgyzstan, and
Uzbekistan, reaching Turkmenistan. Utilizing the Turkmenbashi
seaport, the corridor is expected to provide access to the Caspian
Sea and Russia, opening new economic opportunities for both
Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan.
During the meeting, the sides highlighted the significant
potential of Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan in the transport and
logistics sector due to their strategic geographic locations.
Moreover, Kyrgyz Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers
Bakyt Torobayev proposed exploring the establishment of a bonded
zone in Turkmenistan to develop trade infrastructure and enhance
postal operations in e-commerce.
Additionally, Torobayev suggested that offering preferential
tariffs for Kyrgyz carriers on international freight through
Turkmenistan, along with simplifying visa policies for Kyrgyz
drivers, could significantly boost trade between the two
countries.
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