A commercial flow of sulfur-free natural gas has been secured at production well No. 04 at one of the fields in the Mary province of Turkmenistan, the State News Agency TDH reports. Well No. 04 is located at the Yylan field, which is situated in geographical proximity to the world-class Galkynysh field, according to Ussa Ussayev, Editor-in-Chief of the Nebit-Gaz newspaper, … [Read more...]
OGT 2026 Builds International Momentum as John Defterios Joins Conference Leadership
The appointment of former CNN anchor John Defterios as Anchor and Lead International Moderator of OGT 2026 marks a significant step in the development of Turkmenistan’s principal international energy forum. The 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2026” will be held in Ashgabat from 21 to 23 October under the theme “Energy. … [Read more...]
Transport, Energy, and Business: Key Topics in Talks Between the President of Turkmenistan and the Prime Minister of Georgia
On 17 July 2026, in Tbilisi, as part of his state visit to Georgia, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held negotiations with Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. The meeting, conducted in both a tete-a-tete format and with expanded delegations, marked a new stage in the diversification of political, trade and economic, as well as cultural and humanitarian … [Read more...]
Analytical Commentary: The Hormuz Strait Crisis and Its Ripples
Tariq Saeedi The Strait of Hormuz has again become the fulcrum of the US-Iran conflict, turning a corridor that normally carries close to a fifth of global oil trade into a contested chessboard. Traffic has thinned sharply since the war resumed, as Iran has struck commercial vessels, pushed ships toward a northern route through its own waters, and signaled it would levy … [Read more...]
Petronas to launch exploration on Turkmenistan’s Caspian shelf this December
The Malaysian corporation Petronas is set to commence exploration activities on Turkmenistan's Caspian gas fields in December. This was reported by the Malaysian newspaper New Straits Times, citing a statement by the country's Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim. During his official visit to Turkmenistan in June this year, the State Concern "Türkmennebit", the state enterprise … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Highlights Importance of US Support for TAPI Project and East–West, North–South Corridors
The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, met with Steve Daines, a member of the US Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and Senator from Montana, TDH reports. During the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their interest in the further development of bilateral cooperation, noting its … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Discusses Energy, AI, and TAPI Project with US Senator
On Thursday, 9 July 2026, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received a US delegation led by Steve Daines, a member of the US Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources and Senator from Montana, who is currently visiting Ashgabat, TDH reports. Steve Daines conveyed greetings and best wishes to the head of state from US President Donald Trump. President … [Read more...]
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Could Central Asia Become the Next Green Aviation Fuel Hub?
nCa Report The decision by China's Sinopec Engineering to undertake the front-end engineering design (FEED) for Central Asia's first large-scale integrated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) complex in Uzbekistan is more than another industrial investment. It is an indication that the region is beginning to position itself within one of the fastest-growing segments of the … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan Outline Steps to Strengthen Cooperation at Intergovernmental Commission Meeting in Ashgabat
The 9th meeting of the Turkmen-Azerbaijani Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in Ashgabat on 8 July at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The meeting was co-chaired by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Nokerguly Atagulyyev and Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov. The participants reviewed … [Read more...]
Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan Discuss Prospects for Joint Energy Projects
On the sidelines of the 9th meeting of the Joint Turkmen-Azerbaijani Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy (and Commission Co-Chair) Mikayil Jabbarov met with Guvanch Agadjanov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan. The talks focused on deepening the strategic partnership between the two resource-rich … [Read more...]
IGU World LNG Report 2026 — Summary
Published by: International Gas Union (IGU), with Rystad Energy as Knowledge Partner Data cutoff: 31 December 2025 (with key developments through Q1/early Q2 2026) The headline story 2025 was a record year for LNG. Then 2026 delivered the industry's biggest shock since the Russia-Ukraine war. The report is essentially a tale of two halves: a mature, resilient industry … [Read more...]
Why Turkmenistan’s Energy Strategy Matters for Central Asia
Central Asia is entering a new phase of energy development. Growing demand across Asia, increasing attention to energy security, the transition toward lower-emission technologies and the need for diversified supply routes are reshaping regional priorities. Against this backdrop, Turkmenistan is steadily strengthening its role as one of the region's key energy … [Read more...]
From the Caspian fields to Galkynysh: CEO of PETRONAS Carigali Highlights the Significance of New Malaysia-Turkmenistan Agreements
Turkmenistan and Malaysia recently signed a comprehensive package of energy agreements, marking a new milestone in their 30-year history of mutually beneficial partnership. The signing ceremony took place during the official visit of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to Turkmenistan. Ismadi bin Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of PETRONAS Carigali (Turkmenistan) Sdn Bhd, … [Read more...]
Foresight in Action: Accelerating the SDG Transitions in Turkmenistan
Uladzimir Valetka, ECONOMIST In Turkmenistan, systems thinking and strategic foresight have helped the UN Country Team (UNCT) engage the Government more effectively to identify strategic entry points for advancing national development aspirations and accelerating progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This shift did not happen overnight. It followed a phased … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Discusses Large-Scale Industrial Projects with Foreign Partners
On Monday, 29 June 2026, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a series of meetings with heads of major foreign corporations from Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Türkiye, which are long-standing partners of Turkmenistan. The parties discussed the implementation of ongoing projects and prospects for expanding long-term cooperation in the industrial, energy, and construction … [Read more...]
Substantial Progress on Landmark Electricity Transmission Project from Turkmenistan to Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s state-owned power utility, Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS), has reported substantial progress on the landmark 500-kilovolt (kV) electricity transmission project from Turkmenistan, describing it as one of the country’s most critical energy infrastructure initiatives. According to DABS, the first phase of the project has been completed, while the second … [Read more...]
Türkmennebit Modernizes Caspian Infrastructure at Uzynada Field
As Turkmenistan prepares to mark the 35th anniversary of its independence, the state concern Türkmennebit has taken a significant step forward in modernizing its energy infrastructure on the Caspian coast. The Gumdagnebit Oil and Gas Production Department (OGPD), operating under the Nebitgazçykaryş trust in the Balkan velayat, has commissioned a new gas condensate separation … [Read more...]
Iraq Seeks to Revive Turkmen Gas Agreement Amid Mounting Summer Power Crisis
Iraq is moving to reactivate its long-delayed natural gas import agreement with Turkmenistan as Baghdad searches for urgent solutions to its worsening electricity shortages during the peak summer season, according to information published by Iraqi News. The proposed arrangement would allow Turkmen gas to reach Iraq through a swap mechanism involving Iran. Under the scheme, … [Read more...]
Russia, Turkmenistan cooperation to boost energy security for decades — Anwar
Strategic cooperation with Russia and Turkmenistan will strengthen Malaysia’s energy supply security for decades, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He said Russian President Vladimir Putin had assured Malaysia of a long-term agreement for the supply of oil, gas and diesel for at least 20 years. “The matter was conveyed by the Russian President during … [Read more...]
Beyond Oil and Gas: Why Anwar Ibrahim’s Turkmenistan Visit May Redefine Malaysia–Turkmenistan Relations
Elvira Kadyrova and Liliya Zhirnova Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to Turkmenistan on 18–19 June 2026 was, on the surface, centered on energy cooperation. The visit coincided with the celebration of three decades of PETRONAS operations in Turkmenistan and produced a number of important agreements in the oil and gas sector. Yet a closer look reveals … [Read more...]
Caspian Shelf Expansion: Turkmenistan and Malaysia Sign Milestone Agreements to Deepen Strategic Oil and Gas Partnership
Elvira Kadyrova Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held high-level talks today in Ashgabat during the Prime Minister’s two-day official visit. The meeting focused primarily on strengthening bilateral ties within the strategic oil and gas sector. The high-level talks coincided with the launch of a two-day energy … [Read more...]
Ashgabat Hosts 9th Meeting of Turkmen-Turkish Intergovernmental Commission: Comprehensive Action Plan Signed
On 4 June 2026, the 9th meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Turkish Commission on Economic Cooperation (IGC) took place in Ashgabat. During the session, government delegations from both nations held detailed discussions on expanding their strategic partnership and outlined concrete steps to diversify bilateral trade. The Turkish delegation was led by Vice … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan’s energy experts discuss best practices in strengthening energy security during an OSCE-organized study visit to Spain
Best practices in promoting energy security and resilience of renewable energy sector were shared during an OSCE-organized study visit to Barcelona, Spain, that is taking place on 26 and 27 May 2026. Representatives of the Ministry of Energy and the State Energy Institute of Turkmenistan visited the Research Centre of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (CITCEA- UPC) … [Read more...]
French Business Aims for Large-Scale Purchases of Turkmen Urea and Petroleum Products
Today in Ashgabat, within the framework of the third session of the "White City Ashgabat 2026" conference dedicated to advanced energy and digital systems for cities of the future, Thierry Lhommeau, President of "Ste SODIPP International", delivered a report. His speech focused on the strategic prospects for cooperation between France and Turkmenistan, the global energy … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan Energy Sector Officials Discuss 500 kV Transmission Line Progress
Chief Executive Officer of Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, Afghanistan’s major power utility, Abdulhaq Hamkar, during his visit to Turkmenistan, met with the Minister of Energy of Turkmenistan Annageldi Saparov, and discussed the expansion of electricity cooperation between the two countries, according to DABS press release. During the meeting, Abdulhaq Hamkar briefed on … [Read more...]
Petronas Expands Investment Presence in Turkmenistan: Outcomes of Meeting Between Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Chair of the Policy Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister of Malaysia
Turkmenistan and Malaysia are entering a new stage of strategic cooperation in the energy sector. On 12 May, the National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held a meeting with Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican, the Chair of the Policy Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister of Malaysia. The central theme of the talks was … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview – Lee Won-jae, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in Turkmenistan
Today, our series featuring heads of diplomatic missions in Turkmenistan continues with an exclusive interview with Lee Won-jae, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in Turkmenistan. nCa: Ambassador Lee Won-jae, Welcome to Turkmenistan. --- With your rich and versatile experience and your remarkable achievements, I am sure you will elevate the Korea-Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Three Decades of Partnership: President of Turkmenistan Meets with Petronas Leadership
On Monday, 11 May 2026, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican, the Chair of the Policy Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister, along with Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President and Group CEO of Petronas, and Mohd Jukris bin Abdul Wahab, Executive Vice President and CEO of Upstream at Petronas. The current visit is timed to a significant … [Read more...]
OGT 2026 to Spotlight Turkmenistan’s Expanding Role in Regional and Global Energy Cooperation
Turkmenistan has opened registration for OGT 2026, the 31st International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan”, to be held in Ashgabat on 21–23 October 2026. The event, organised under the theme “Energy. Partnership. Progress.”, is expected to draw broad regional and international attention as Turkmenistan advances a long-term energy strategy based on … [Read more...]
Central Asia’s “Green Corridor” Gains Momentum as Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan Target Europe
A new regional energy axis is taking shape across Central Asia and the Caspian region, as Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan advance plans to export renewable electricity to Europe through the ambitious “Green Corridor” project. The initiative reflects a deepening strategic partnership among the three countries, combining expanding renewable energy capacity with … [Read more...]
Afghanistan Completes Roadmap for Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan Power Line and Prepares Over Half of Initial TAPI Pipeline Route
Afghanistan has finalized a roadmap for the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (TAP) power transmission line project and plans to present it to the Turkmen side in the near future, according to Ariana News. The announcement came from Abdul Bari Omar, CEO of Afghanistan's national energy company Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS), following talks with a Turkmen … [Read more...]
Russia’s pivot toward Asia includes increased gas supplies to Central Asia
As reported by 24.kg, Gazprom’s supplies to Central Asia will more than double within five years, with the company seeking to redirect volumes previously destined for the European market. According to information from EADaily, which cites data from Gazprombank’s Center for Economic Forecasting via Vedomosti, supplies are estimated at 19-20 billion cubic meters. Open.kg … [Read more...]
Initiatives of the President of Turkmenistan at the Tokyo Summit: From “Green Diplomacy” to Youth Exchanges
The address by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the historic first "Central Asia + Japan" leaders' summit was dedicated to strengthening the multifaceted partnership between the regions. The President emphasized that this meeting in Tokyo, chaired by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, was a milestone event laying the foundation for long-term relations … [Read more...]
Erdogan to Visit Turkmenistan for Gas Supply Negotiations: Türkiye Strengthens Energy Diversification
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Türkiye will make a state visit to Turkmenistan next week, where one of the key topics will be expanding cooperation in the field of natural gas supplies. This was announced by Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar during a meeting with journalists in Istanbul, as reported by TASS. According to the minister, the visit … [Read more...]
ADB-Turkmenistan – 25 Years of Partnership
For 25 years, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Turkmenistan have partnered to meet the country's critical development needs. Since Turkmenistan became a member of ADB in 2000, the bank has helped the country progress on its path toward sustainable economic and social development. ADB has contributed toward improving transport infrastructure, strengthening … [Read more...]
TAPI: The idea, the ideology, and the way forward – Part Five
Tariq Saeedi This is the concluding part of the series. We would look at some more hypothetical scenarios and give an executive summary of this report. Table 15: Polymer Industry Value Chain Development at Gwadar StageProductsInvestmentEmploymentRevenue PotentialMarketStage 1: Primary PolymersPolyethylene (HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE) Polypropylene (homo, co-polymer)$5-7 … [Read more...]
TAPI: The idea, the ideology, and the way forward – Part Four
Tariq Saeedi In the previous part of this report, we saw that Afghanistan can step up to consume larger volumes of gas from TAPI. Now, we must construct the scenarios for Pakistan to absorb the remaining volumes from TAPI. This brings us to a whole new world of possibilities. This also opens the gates for substantial partnership between Pakistan and Central Asia. … [Read more...]
TAPI: The idea, the ideology, and the way forward – Part Three
Tariq Saeedi In this part of the series, we will look at the scenarios of TAPI without the participation of India. TAPI Viability Without India: Comprehensive Justification Analysis Preamble: Regional Cooperation Preference We emphasize that Pakistan strongly supports India's continued participation in TAPI. India's involvement would: However, prudent strategic … [Read more...]
State Visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan: A New Chapter in Strategic Partnership
On 24–25 November 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov paid a state visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The summit talks were held at the Akorda Palace on 25 November, in a narrow and an expanded formats with the participation of official delegations. Both leaders emphasized the special closeness of … [Read more...]
A Pipeline to Success: Central Asia’s Strategic Opportunity
Editor's note: We are reproducing this article by Daniel Runde, originally published by The Jerusalem Strategic Tribune. While we at nCa do not agree with the entirety of the drift of this article, there are two reasons why we are reproducing it: 1. It projects a point of view currently prevalent among some influential circles; 2. It is not totally 'out of the box' but it is … [Read more...]
Meeting of Energy Ministers of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Held in Tashkent
A meeting took place in Tashkent between the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, and a Turkmen delegation led by Minister of Energy Annageldi Saparov and Chairman of the State Concern “Turkmengas” Maksat Babayev, the press service of the Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan reports. The talks were also attended by heads of leading fuel and … [Read more...]
Speech by Dr. Begench Karayev at the Margalla Dialogue 2025
Potential for trade and economic connectivity and the analysis of the factors impeding connectivity: Options and strategies for improving trade and economic connectivity. Dear conference participants, Dear moderator, First of all, I would like to express my gratitude for the invitation to participate in this highly respected forum, for the hospitality extended, and for … [Read more...]
OGT 2025: Turkmenistan’s Premier Energy Forum Honors Partnership and Innovation
Ashgabat, 24 October 2025. The landmark 30th Anniversary Oil & Gas of Turkmenistan – OGT 2025 concluded with record participation, bringing together more than 1,400 delegates from 70 countries, alongside over 100 exhibiting companies and 80 speakers. The event reaffirmed Ashgabat’s standing as a regional hub for dialogue, technology, and investment, connecting … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan delegation participated in the International Oil and Gas Exhibition and Conference ADIPEC-2025
The delegation of Turkmenistan, headed by the Chairman of the State Concern «Turkmennebit» Guvanch Agajanov, took part in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC-2025), held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from 3 to 6 November 2025. The official opening ceremony of the exhibition took place under the patronage of the President of the UAE, … [Read more...]
CIET 2025 Concludes in Avaza: Innovation, Investment and Confidence in Turkmenistan’s Vision
Avaza, 5 November 2025.The International Conference and Exhibition “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan”– CIET 2025 has successfully concluded in the National Tourist Zone Avaza, affirming Turkmenistan’s growing role as a centre of industrial modernization, sustainable construction, and clean-energy innovation in Central … [Read more...]
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries strengthens its strategic partnership with Turkmenistan as Platinum Sponsor of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” 2025 is honoured to announce that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. will participate as a Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming forum, to be held on 3–4 November 2025 in the national tourist zone of Awaza. Founded on 7 July … [Read more...]
TOYO Engineering Strengthens Strategic Partnership with Turkmenistan as Gold Sponsor of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” 2025 is honoured to announce that TOYO Engineering Corporation will participate as a Gold Sponsor of the upcoming forum, to be held on 3–4 November 2025 in the national tourist zone of Awaza. Founded in 1961 in Japan, … [Read more...]
Dost Gurlushyk Sowda Önümçilik HJ, Rysgally Zahmet, Energy China, Ajayyp Gurlushyk, Gerchek Yashlar, and CAI Interbudmontazh — Bronze Sponsors of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2025) is proud to announce that Dost Gurluşyk Sowda Önümçilik HJ, Rysgally Zahmet, Energy China, Ajayyp Gurluşyk, Gerçek Yashlar, and CAI Interbudmontazh will participate as Bronze Sponsors of the forum, to be held … [Read more...]
Ak Bulut and Aýdyň Gijeler — Gold Sponsors of CIET 2025
The Organising Committee of the International Conference & EXPO “Development of the Construction, Industrial, Chemical and Energy Sectors of Turkmenistan” (CIET 2025) is proud to announce that Ak Bulut and Aýdyň Gijeler will join the forum as Gold Sponsors. The event will be held on 3–4 November 2025 in the Awaza National Tourist Zone. Ak Bulut is a leading Turkmen … [Read more...]
Fourth Session of CIET 2025: Implementing Innovations and Training Young Specialists for Turkmenistan’s Economic Sectors
The concluding fourth session of the International Conference and Exhibition CIET 2025 in Avaza focused on “The Importance of Integrating Modern Innovative Technologies in the Construction, Industrial, Chemical, and Energy Sectors, and Developing a Skilled Young Workforce.” Participants discussed strategic approaches to digitalization, “green” technologies, and integrating … [Read more...]