President of Turkmenistan congratulates countrymen on UNGA resolution establishing “International Day of Neutrality”

President of Turkmenistan H.E. Mr. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov delivered an address to the people of Turkmenistan on the occasion of the resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly that declares 12 December the “International Day of Neutrality”.

Congratulating countrymen on this momentous event, the head of state said that the fact of adoption of the above-mentioned resolution once again confirms the universal significance of the permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan.

President of Turkmenistan H.E. Mr. Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov expressed gratitude to the States that supported and co-sponsored the resolution, as well as all members of United Nations.

“We attach great importance to strengthening our neutrality, and we are proud of this especial legal status of our Motherland. Neutrality is our fundamental doctrine. It calls for the preservation of peace in the world, development of friendly relations among all nations, proclaiming the humanistic principles and promoting solidarity,”  the head of state said.