Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, told reporters that neighboring countries are the nation’s top priority. He made the comment after completing a visit to Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan. During the trip he met with officials from Turkmenistan. The discussions were described as constructive by the minister. He highlighted the long‑standing historical connections between the two peoples. He also emphasized the cultural ties that link Iran and Turkmenistan.