The member countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) intend to strengthen comprehensive cooperation within the organization. This is stated in a statement adopted by the heads of state on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the founding of the CIS. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.
Main content of the statement
The document states that the CIS countries intend to further strengthen comprehensive cooperation in various fields within the organization.
"We believe that further strengthening political, economic, technological, cultural and humanitarian ties within the CIS will create favorable conditions for enhancing the competitiveness of our states and their socio-economic development," the statement says.
Assessment of global politics and economy
The document also assesses the situation in global politics and the economy and outlines upcoming directions for deepening cooperation and integration processes within the CIS.
Venue of the meeting
The meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the CIS member countries is being held in the national tourist zone "Avaza" in Turkmenistan.
At the meeting, the results of cooperation among the CIS countries over 35 years will be summarized, and documents aimed at strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties will be adopted.