The 25th International Exhibition and Conference “White City Ashgabat 2026” will take place on 24–25 May in Ashgabat, reinforcing Turkmenistan’s role as a regional hub for dialogue on urban development and infrastructure modernisation.
The event will gather policymakers, international organisations, and business leaders to address key issues related to sustainable cities, industrial growth, and integrated development strategies.
A notable feature of this year’s forum is the strong participation of United Nations entities, including UN-Habitat, UNECE, UNDP, and UNIDO. The conference follows immediately after the World Urban Forum in Baku (17–22 May 2026), creating a direct link between global discussions and regional implementation.
The plenary session will include major international companies active in infrastructure and industrial projects, such as Çalık Holding, Rönesans Holding, Interbudmontazh, and Daewoo Engineering & Construction. A special address by the Executive Director of UN-Habitat is expected.
The forum will also focus on the long-term development framework “Ashgabat 2045,” covering digitalisation, energy systems, and sustainable construction.
With growing international participation, the event continues to gain importance as a bridge between global policy dialogue and practical project delivery in Central Asia. Registration for in-person participation remains open until 10 May 2026. Further details are available on the official event website WCA 2026.