**ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, March 8.** Turkmenistan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov held a phone conversation with Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas, [Trend](http://en.trend.az) reports, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.
The discussion focused on strengthening cooperation between Turkmenistan and the European Union, particularly within the framework of the "Central Asia – European Union" format. The sides also exchanged views on upcoming high-level meetings.
Turkmenistan has been actively expanding its engagement with the EU, prioritizing areas such as energy, trade, and regional security. The "Central Asia – European Union" format provides a key platform for enhancing regional collaboration, underscoring Turkmenistan’s growing commitment to closer ties with Europe.