On March 20, 2024, a working visit by a Turkmen delegation led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, took place in Rome. The delegation met with the city's mayor to discuss cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian sphere. The Turkmenistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on the meeting.
Both sides emphasized the importance of collaboration between Turkmenistan and Italy across various mutually beneficial areas. They particularly highlighted the development of partnership in the cultural and humanitarian field, focusing on archaeology and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Following the meeting, a document was signed to organize an archaeological exhibition of Turkmenistan in the Capitoline Museum in Rome in 2025. This initiative signifies a significant step towards strengthening cultural ties between the two countries.
