Tehran: Turkmenistan's New Ambassador to Tehran Gayypov Ylyas has handed over a copy of his credentials to Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The new ambassador met with the top Iranian diplomat and presented a copy of his credentials at the start of his diplomatic mission in the Islamic Republic. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the official Telegram page of the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman shared the news early on Sunday. This ceremonial exchange marks the beginning of Ambassador Ylyas's tenure in Tehran, signifying a step forward in diplomatic relations between Iran and Turkmenistan. The handover of credentials is a customary practice in international diplomacy, symbolizing the official recognition of an ambassador's role and responsibilities in the host country. Ambassador Ylyas's arrival comes at a time when both nations are expected to engage in discussions to further strengthen bilateral ties across various sectors. The meeting underscores the ongoing diplomatic engagements betwe en the two neighboring countries.