On 31 March 2025, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon participated in the launch ceremony of the 500 kV Datka–Sughd power transmission line, a key component of the CASA-1000 international energy project. The event was held via videoconference from the city of Khujand. As part of the project, a new energy infrastructure was … [Read more...]
Meeting of the Turkmen-Armenian intergovernmental commission – agenda and outcomes
On 26 March 2025, the 10th meeting of the intergovernmental commission for economic cooperation between Armenia and Turkmenistan took place in Yerevan. David Khudatyan, the Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia, and Batyr Amanov, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, co-chaired the session. A protocol was signed … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan plans to increase the share of renewable energy sources in electricity production to 40% by 2030
Boriy Alikhanov and Narimon Umarov, deputies of the Legislative Chamber Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Today, many countries are radically revising their policies in the transition from the traditional model, in which environmental protection is considered a burden on the economy, to an engine of sustainable environmental development - a green … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and Energy Minister of Türkiye discuss energy partnership prospects
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye Alparslan Bayraktar held important discussions on 19 March 2025, with focus on energy cooperation, particularly gas supplies. Alparslan arrived in Ashgabat at the head of the delegation to participate in the International Conference "International Year of Peace and Trust: the Role of … [Read more...]
Türkiye seeks to strengthen energy partnership with Turkmenistan
On 19 March, Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar met in Ashgabat with Batyr Amanov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan responsible for oil and natural gas, and Maksat Babayev, Chairman of the Turkmengaz State Concern, to discuss the implementation of joint energy projects between the two countries. "During our … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov and Turkish Energy Officials discuss enhanced gas and electricity cooperation
On 19 March 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar and CEO of Botaş Abdulvahid Fidan. The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye noted that the proclamation of 2025 on the initiative of Turkmenistan as … [Read more...]
The investment potential of Turkmenistan presented at the round table “Team Belgium Global Gateway” in Brussels
On 14 March 2025, in Brussels, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium participated in the round table Team Belgium Global Gateway, held at the Egmont Palace. Organized by the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with leading economic agencies, the event brought together government, business, and expert representatives to discuss investments and partnerships in … [Read more...]
EU Commissioner Síkela to Embark on Ambitious Central Asia Tour this week
Jozef Síkela, the European Union Commissioner for International Partnerships, is set to embark on a seven-day diplomatic mission across all five Central Asian countries from 12 to 18 March 2025. The tour reflects the EU's growing strategic interest in a region representing a €340 billion economy with an average annual growth rate of 5%. In a message on his official X … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan and the Prime Minister of Georgia hold talks in Ashgabat – agenda and outcomes
On 7 March 2025, talks were held in Ashgabat between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze. Welcoming the head of the Georgian Government, President Berdimuhamedov noted that Georgia is a friend and reliable partner of Turkmenistan. As it was emphasized, the Turkmen-Georgian relations, which are traditionally … [Read more...]
NPP construction in Kazakhstan: partner selection and project development prospects
In Kazakhstan, work continues on the implementation of the project of the first nuclear power plant (NPP). The Interdepartmental Commission for the Development of the Nuclear Industry is considering proposals from the world's leading suppliers of reactor technologies. Kazakhstan eyes the following companies as possible partners for this strategic project: Previously, … [Read more...]
Eighth meeting of the intergovernmental commission of Türkiye and Turkmenistan in Ankara: new horizons of cooperation
On 25 February 2025, the eighth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation between Türkiye and Turkmenistan was held in Ankara, at the Presidential Complex, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic partnership. The meeting was chaired by Vice President of Türkiye Cevdet Yilmaz and Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of … [Read more...]
Turkish minister speaks on gas imports from Turkmenistan, other plans in oil and gas international cooperation
Türkiye's Energy and Natural Resources Minister, Alparslan Bayraktar, in an interview with the Turkish publication Hürriyet has announced the start of a new era in oil and natural gas exploration, both domestically and internationally. Speaking of the gas imports from Turkmenistan, he said that the Turkmen gas will flow through the territory of Iran from 1 March 2025. The … [Read more...]
Investment Prospects for Turkmenistan’s Economy to be Explored at TEIF 2025 in Kuala Lumpur
From 23 to 24 April in Kuala Lumpur, the International Forum TEIF 2025 is set to take place, marking one of the most significant events for attracting foreign investment into Turkmenistan. Organised by leading State Concerns “Turkmengas” and “Turkmennebit”, alongside the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and supported by Turkmen Energy Forum, this event … [Read more...]
TEIF 2025: A Plenary Session will Focus on Sustainability, Economic Growth, and Regional Cooperation
Turkmenistan Economic Investment Forum (TEIF 2025) in Kuala-Lumpur (23-24 Apr 2025) will open with a pivotal plenary session centred on economic growth and regional cooperation amidst global shifts. This high-profile session will feature Her Excellency Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the … [Read more...]
The Ambassador of Turkmenistan met with the Secretary of State of the Ministry of Energy of Romania
On February 13, 2025, Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Romania A.Annaev met with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy of Romania, co-chairman of the Romanian part of the Turkmen-Romanian working commission on cooperation in the energy sector Mr. Pavel-Kasian Nitulescu and representatives of the relevant departments in the building of the Ministry of Energy of … [Read more...]
The Role of Caspian Energy in Global Supply Chains
The Caspian Sea region continues to be a pivotal energy hub, contributing significantly to global oil and natural gas markets. Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan account for a substantial share of hydrocarbon reserves, with petroleum production from offshore Caspian fields constituting 1% of global oil supply and natural gas output exceeding 4 trillion cubic … [Read more...]
Phone Talks between the National Leader of the Turkmen people and the President of Iran Highlights Cooperation on Gas Swap, Energy, Transport, and International Year of Peace and Trust
Turkmenistan and Iran continue to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation covering various fields, from energy to transport. This became obvious from a telephone conversation between the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran, which took place on Monday, 10 February. During the phone call, the sides … [Read more...]
TEIF 2025: Unveiling Investment Opportunities in Turkmenistan’s Energy and Industrial Sector
Preparations are well advanced for the International Forum to Attract Foreign Investments in Turkmenistan's Economy (TEIF 2025), which will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on April 23-24, 2025. With a distinguished lineup of speakers, engaging panel discussions, and high-level networking opportunities, the forum promises to be a key platform for fostering international … [Read more...]
The Enormous Oil Ambition of Trump
nCa Report “We will drill, baby, drill,” said President Trump in his inauguration speech. “America will be a manufacturing nation once again, and we have something that no other manufacturing nation will ever have: the largest amount of oil and gas of any country on Earth. And we are going to use it. We will bring prices down, fill our strategic reserves up again, right to … [Read more...]
Russia will transport gas to Iran through Azerbaijan, though the price remains undetermined
Russia and Iran have agreed to transport Russian gas to Iran through Azerbaijan. While the route has been set, negotiations on the supply cost are ongoing. This was announced by Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev following the summit talks between the Presidents of Russia and Iran at the Kremlin on 17 January. "The route through Azerbaijan has been agreed upon," … [Read more...]
First Kilometers of TAPI Pipeline Laid in Afghanistan
Almost three kilometers of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India pipeline section have been laid on the territory of Afghanistan, TOLOnews reports with reference to the spokesman of the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Homayoun Afghan. "Currently, the TAPI project is progressing as planned. To date, 2.9 kilometers of the pipeline have been constructed … [Read more...]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan Discuss Accelerating TAPI Pipeline Work
Acting Afghan Minister of Mines and Petroleum, Hidayatullah Badri, met with Muhammetmurad Amanov, CEO of TAPI Pipeline Company Limited, in Kabul on 4 January 2025. The meeting focused on the latest progress of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, with a particular emphasis on accelerating the remaining construction work. The sides … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan’s dream of self-sufficient energy
Anton Genza On October 6, Kazakhstan held a referendum on the construction of a nuclear power plant to counteract the country's energy deficit. The Central Asian country has set itself the goal of becoming CO2-neutral by 2060, yet it is one of the world's largest coal-producing countries. How does that fit together? Room for improvement with regard to energy supply The … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan’s Ambassador visits western region of Turkmenistan
On 17-18 December 2024, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan, Nurlan Nogayev, paid a working visit to the Balkan province, the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Turkmenistan reported on its social networks. During the visit, the Ambassador held meetings with governor of the Balkan province Khojamyrad Ashyrmyradov and mayor of Turkmenbashi Amangeldy Isaev. The main topics … [Read more...]
JOINT STATEMENT between Malaysia and Turkmenistan on the occasion of the Official Visit of His Excellency Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan to Malaysia
1. The President of Turkmenistan, His Excellency Serdar Berdimuhamedov, undertook an Official Visit to Malaysia from 18 to 19 December 2024 at the invitation of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, the Honourable Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 2. This is the first visit of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, to Malaysia and served to reaffirm the strong relations between Malaysia and … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov paid an official visit to Malaysia – outcomes
On the second day of the official visit to Malaysia – on 19 December 2024 – summit talks were held in Kuala Lumpur between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim. Negotiations in a narrow format Traditionally, the negotiations were initially held in a narrow format. At the beginning of the meeting, President … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Malaysia strengthen cooperation in various fields – new agreements inked in the field of education
Within the framework of the official visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Malaysia, members of the Government delegation met with their Malaysian counterparts in Kuala Lumpur, where key issues of bilateral cooperation in various areas were discussed. The parties noted the positive dynamics of the development of interstate relations, which are enhanced by regular … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan received Iranian delegation
On 7 December 2024, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi and Chairman of the Central Bank of Iran Mohammad Reza Farzin. As noted during the meeting, fraternal and good-neighborly relations between Turkmenistan and Iran are traditionally developing on the basis of the principles of mutual respect and mutual understanding, both in a bilateral … [Read more...]
The high-ranking delegation of the UAE met with the leadership of Turkmenistan – Energy and investment cooperation under the spotlight of the talks
On Monday, 25 November, Dr.Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology of UAE and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, and Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, have paid a working visit to Turkmenistan. They led a delegation that included representatives from various government and private sector entities in the UAE, … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received a U.S. senator
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with US Senator Steve Daines from Montana, a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The meeting focused on exploring avenues for expanding bilateral relations. Both sides emphasized the importance of developing mutually beneficial cooperation between Turkmenistan and the US. The American side underscored the US's … [Read more...]
The new gas inflow at the Galkynysh field confirms the resource potential of Turkmenistan
A new industrial inflow of natural gas has been obtained at production well No. 265 of the Galkynysh field, the state news agency of Turkmenistan TDH reports. Drilling operations were carried out at depths up to 4485 meters, as a result of which several productive horizons were discovered in formations of 4417-4281 meters. The well currently produces 2 million cubic … [Read more...]
Turkmengaz Chairman met with Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye in Istanbul
The State Minister of Turkmenistan and Chairman of Türkmengaz Maksat Babayev met with Alparslan Bayraktar, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources of Türkiye to discuss bilateral cooperation in the fields of gas and oil, particularly the transportation of Turkmen gas to Europe, Turkish news outlets report. In a post on the social media platform X, Bayraktar … [Read more...]
Pakistan’s economic situation has improved: credit goes to Prime Minister and his team says Turkmenistan’s Ambassador
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan Atadjan Movlamov called on Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik on 21 November 2024. Both sides exchanged pleasantries. The ambassador invited the federal minister for Petroleum to visit Turkmenistan to which Minister expressed his gratitude. Dr Musadik Malik expressed appreciation for the Turkmenistan's commitment to the … [Read more...]
Tokayev visited Belgrade – Kazakhstan and Serbia set sights on joint projects in industry, transport, energy, and defense industry
On 19 November, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to Serbia, where he held talks with the country's top leadership, including President Alexander Vucic and Prime Minister Milos Vucevic. The visit was marked by the strengthening of bilateral relations and the signing of a number of important agreements. During the talks, special attention … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and China signed a memorandum in the energy sector
On 18 November 2024, the ninth meeting of the energy subcommittee of the Turkmen-Chinese Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee was held in Ashgabat, the official newspaper Neutral Turkmenistan reports. The Chinese delegation was headed by Zhang Jianhua, administrator of the National Energy Administration. As it was noted during the meeting, cooperation in the energy … [Read more...]
Saudi Arabia signs major green energy deals with Central Asian nations
Saudi Arabia has signed a joint executive program with Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan to strengthen collaboration on renewable energy development and transmission. The deal was signed on the sidelines of the 29th UN Climate Summit in Baku by Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and energy ministers of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. The … [Read more...]
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan held an online meeting with the Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources
On 7 November 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a videoconference meeting with the Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Geoffrey Pyatt. During the meeting, the sides stressed the constructive nature of relations between the two countries, especially in such areas as trade and economy, energy, transport, logistics and … [Read more...]
The International Conference “Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan” CIET 2024 concludes with a magnificent award ceremony
The closing ceremony of CIET 2024 Turkmenistan marked a grand finale to the forum, celebrating remarkable contributions to the construction, industrial, and energy sectors of Turkmenistan. During the ceremony, four prestigious awards were presented: the Excellence in Energy Award, Excellence in Construction Award, Excellence in Innovation Award, and Excellence in Consulting … [Read more...]
CIET 2024: ADB Supports Turkmenistan’s Energy Sector Paving the way for wider renewables use
Artur Andrysyak, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) Turkmenistan Resident Mission, highlighted the bank's commitment to supporting Turkmenistan's energy and renewable energy sectors during his presentation at the international conference "Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan" (CIET 2024). ADB's engagement in Turkmenistan is aligned with its … [Read more...]
CIET 2024: Turkmenistan Can Export Over 4,000 MW of Electricity, says Energy Minister
Turkmenistan's Minister of Energy, Annageldi Saparov, has revealed the country's substantial potential for electricity exports. Speaking at the international conference "Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan" (CIET 2024), Saparov stated that Turkmenistan could export over 4,000 megawatts of electricity. To realize this goal, Turkmenistan is actively expanding its … [Read more...]
CIET 2024: International Conference and Exhibition “Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan” – Key Discussions of the Plenary Session
Highlights: Turkmenistan is increasing production capacities: cement, ceramics, electricity Industry is the engine of Turkmenistan's economy Intellectualization of production and transition to a circular economy are Turkmenistan's priorities Çalık Holding realizes a wide range of projects in Turkmenistan Rönesans Holding: Turkmenistan's reliable partner in the … [Read more...]
A three-day Conference and Exhibition of Turkmenistan’s construction, industry and energy sector starts in Ashgabat today
The international exhibition "Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan – 2024" and the conference "Development of Construction, Industry, Energy of Turkmenistan" (CIET 2024) will kick off in Ashgabat today, November 3, and run through November 5, 2024. "The construction and industrial sector, like other sectors of the national economy, is developing at an accelerated … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is preparing to host an international conference and exhibition on construction, industry and energy (CIET 2024)
Ashgabat is preparing to host the International Conference and Exhibition CIET 2024 to be held on 3-5 November this year on the basis of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The organizers of the three-day event, timed to coincide with the Day of Workers of Construction and Industrial Complex of Turkmenistan, are the State Concern ‘Turkmenhimiya’, the State … [Read more...]
INTERVIEW: Central Asia to grow by diversifying, says EDB chairman
Central Asia’s economic story is one of impressive growth, but to sustain this trajectory and achieve sustainable, long-term development, the region must diversify beyond its raw material sectors. According to Nikolai Podguzov, chairman of the board of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), which has invested in a broad range of sectors in the region, while Central Asia has … [Read more...]
OGT 2024: Oil and Gas to Dominate Global Energy Mix Until 2050, CNPC says
Oil and gas will remain important sources of energy in the coming decades, and developing countries will play an increasingly important role in the global energy market. At the same time, the energy transition will be accompanied by significant investments in renewable energy sources --- CNPC Vice President Zhang Daowei shared Corporation’s vision of the situation in the global … [Read more...]
OGT 2024: Gas trade between China and Turkmenistan reached 415 billion cubic meters, CNPC says
China and Turkmenistan have achieved a significant milestone in their energy cooperation, with bilateral natural gas trade reaching a total of 415 billion cubic meters and trade volume surpassing US $ 83 billion. Zhang Daowei, the Vice President of CNPC, highlighted these achievements at the OGT 2024 International Oil and Gas conference. Daowei emphasized that Turkmenistan's … [Read more...]
OGT 2024: Uzbekistan supports Turkmenistan’s international gas pipeline initiatives
Uzbekistan has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Turkmenistan's initiatives to expand its natural gas exports to regional markets. This includes the ongoing construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan Pipeline (TAPI) and the country's potential for increasing hydrocarbon production. Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, Uzbekistan's Minister of Energy, highlighted these … [Read more...]
Iraq to diversify gas import sources on account of Turkmenistan
Iraq is working to secure stable gas supplies from both Turkmenistan and Iran to meet its growing energy needs. According to Iraqi electricity minister Ziyad Ali Fadel, reliable imports from these sources could lead to a significant increase in electricity production by next summer. “The quantities of imported gas reach 50 million cubic meters per day during the summer. The … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Iraq strike a gas deal in Baghdad
Maksat Babayev, State Minister of Turkmenistan arrived in Baghdad paid an official visit to Iraq, on Saturday, 19 October 2024, Iraqi News Agency reports. At Baghdad airport, Babayev met with the Minister of Electricity of Iraq, Ziyad Ali Fadel. The meeting led to signing of an agreement between Turkmenistan and Iraq on gas supplies. In interview with INA, Minister … [Read more...]
The Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan will participate in OGT 2024
The Minister of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, will be a guest at the International Conference and Exhibition "Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan - 2024" (OGT 2024), which will take place in Ashgabat from October 23-25 of this year. The distinguished guest will be one of the speakers in the session "New Trends in the Global Energy Market and Prospects … [Read more...]