Iranian trucks were granted visa-free entry to Afghanistan
Iranian cargo vehicles can now enter Afghanistan without visas and without paying entry fees. This was announced by Mahmoud Siadat, head of the Iran–Afghanistan Joint Chamber of Commerce
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A batch of Turkmen tomatoes has been exported to the Chechen Republic for the first time
On April 14, a batch of tomatoes from Turkmenistan was delivered to the Chechen Republic for the first time
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan met with the Secretary-General of the International Digital Cooperation Organization
On 14 April, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Turkmenistan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Muhammetgeldi Ayazov, met with the Secretary-General of the International Digital Cooperation Organization, Ms. Dimah Al-Yahya
Turkmen Designers Set Their Sights on the Paris Catwalks and the EU Market
From simple tailoring to high added value and global brands. Representatives of Turkmenistan's private sector are preparing for a major entry into the European market. On April 13, the International Trade Center (ITC) held an intensive seminar in Ashgabat, bringing together designers and clothing business owners
Trump's Naval Trap and the Triumph of Land-Based Pragmatism
Washington's strategy after the "Hour X" of April 11th underwent a radical transformation, morphing from an attempt to forcefully open the Strait of Hormuz to a total naval blockade. Realizing that Tehran had no intention of surrendering the keys to the Gulf without a fight, Donald Trump switched to arrests and interrogations
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan increase exports via the “Shabat” border trade center
The volume of mutual trade between Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan through the “Shabat” border trade center continues to grow steadily, according to the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan
Fragile Silence and the Echo of Resource Scarcity on the Table of the Common Man
We are living in a time of global tectonic shifts, uncompromising competition in global markets for energy resources and technologies, and, more generally, for the political future
The Economy of the Lebap Velayat Was One of the Main Topics of the Government Meeting
The off-site Cabinet of Ministers meeting in Turkmenabat on Friday, April 10, chaired by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, demonstrated the robust development momentum of the country's eastern region. Today, the Lebap velayat is not only a strategic transportation hub but also a rapidly growing manufacturing cluster
Global NADMEX 2026 Summit will be held in Istanbul
From December 2 to 4, 2026, the Istanbul Expo Center (İFM) will become the main venue for discussions on protection against natural disasters
In January 2027, Istanbul will host the 14th International ATRAX Amusement Industry Exhibition
From January 28 to 30, 2027, the 14th International ATRAX Exhibition will take place at the Istanbul Expo Center (IFM)
The Strait of Hormuz: A Delayed Crisis or a Window of Opportunity?
Judging by the chatter, many (even very many) were extremely nervous in anticipation of the energy apocalypse scheduled for Wednesday at 8:00 PM ET. But the situation around the Strait of Hormuz in recent days, it turns out, has been unfolding according to the classic scenario of a high-intensity crisis
Turkmenistan to showcase national products at Kazan Halal Market 2026
Turkmen halal producers will participate in one of Russia's largest trade fairs, the Kazan Halal Market. The event will be held from May 12 to 17, 2026, as part of the 17th International Economic Forum "Russia – Islamic World: KazanForum
High-level logistics networking and terminal visits at the Argus Conference in Batumi
The Argus Black Sea and Caspian Key Terminals and Logistics Conference, taking place on 14–15 May 2026 in Batumi
Argus Coal Conference: A global gathering of coal industry leaders in Istanbul
The international price reporting agency Argus invites you to take part in the Argus Coal Conference, taking place on 16–17 April 2026 in Istanbul, Türkiye
Turkmenistan, Russia, and Afghanistan intend to create a new transport corridor
This new route is seen as a promising alternative to the North-South Corridor, allowing for diversification of logistics and minimizing the risks associated with instability in the Middle East
