The Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026) concluded the strategic session block of its opening day with a signing ceremony for bilateral documents, translating expert discussions and proposed initiatives into concrete legal and commercial agreements
The Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026) served as a platform for dialogue among government representatives, the diplomatic corps, and development institutions to discuss specific areas of economic cooperation
The third session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026), focused on the development of sustainable transport systems and logistical connectivity, brought together heads of relevant ministries, international experts from the World Bank and the European Union, and representatives of transnational businesses
At the second session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026)—focused on energy connectivity, security, and the development of the industrial and construction sectors—Turkmenistan’s Minister of Energy, Annageldi Saparov, presented a large-scale strategy to modernize the industry and expand export routes. The session was moderated by William Leaf, the OSCE Ambassador to Turkmenistan, and was attended by heads of the ministries of construction, architecture, and industry, as well as international experts from the UN and UNECE and representatives of the foreign business community
The history of the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) in Turkmenistan already spans two decades. It dates back to 2006–2007. In March 2026, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, proposed marking the 20th anniversary of the cooperation with a special international conference
At the opening session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026)—focused on ensuring energy sustainability and developing the chemical, oil, and gas industries—Batyr Jumayev, Deputy Chairman of the State Concern "Turkmennebit," detailed the investment potential of developing hydrocarbon resources in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea
At the plenary session of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026)—which brought together over 750 delegates and more than 300 international guests from approximately 40 countries in Ashgabat—Turkmenistan’s Minister of Finance and Economy, Mammetguly Astanagulov, presented a comprehensive report on the country’s macroeconomic achievements, fundamental indicators, and key investment priorities
The fourth ministerial meeting on industry of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member states—held on September 23 in Dushanbe alongside the Second International Textile Forum—marked a significant step toward strengthening regional economic integration and technological modernization
A delegation from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan participated in the inaugural meeting of the relevant working group, held from September 15 to 17, 2026, alongside a customs forum in the People's Republic of China
Executives from 14 Malaysian companies specializing in oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) are planning a dedicated business mission to Turkmenistan this October
The economic dialogue between Turkmenistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran is reaching a qualitatively new level
Bilateral talks are taking place in Herat between delegations from Turkmenistan and Afghanistan, focusing on expanding transport and logistics cooperation, removing barriers to freight transport, and boosting regional trade routes
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan are stepping up the practical implementation of the 500 kV transmission line project (TAP), designed to increase supplies of Turkmen electricity to Afghanistan and, subsequently, to Pakistan
The implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects connecting Central and South Asia is entering its practical phase
Strengthening the national intellectual property system and integrating it into global legal frameworks were the focus of a report presented by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov at a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Friday
