We have huge resources. We want to draw maximum benefit and maximum utility from them. Thus, we are ready for relations which rest upon reciprocity, equality and cooperation. Destiny has bestowed on Türkmenistan the opportunity to be at the centre of international relations between Europe and Asia. Our underground and surface resources are evidence of the possibility of a golden life for the Türkmens in the golden century.

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This land is full of oil, natural gas and underground resources. Türkmenistan is one of the richest states of the world in terms of underground resources. 30% of the world’s oil and natural gas reserves lie in Türkmenistan.

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Today, we have founded a state based on golden principles originating from Türkmen society’s political, economic and cultural structure. We call this style of governance ‘The Türkmen Way.’ This is to the benefit of the Türkmen state and people.

The making of our state is still in process. I hope that the Golden Century will be the most splendid and developed era of our state administration.