The deputy prime minister and foreign minister of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, conducted recently a briefing for the diplomats and media. Among the subjects he covered was the launch of the work on the infrastructure projects in Afghanistan including the first section of TAPI. According to the reports from a number of the Afghan media outlets, […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan hosted a briefing dedicated to the TAPI project launch
On September 15, 2024, a briefing was held at the Afghan Foreign Ministry dedicated to the launch of new stages of construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) transnational gas pipeline and other transport and communications projects. The briefing was attended by Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi and heads of departments of the ministry, […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund
On 11 September 2024, the National leader of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Acting Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Afghanistan Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund at the Islim-Cheshmeh border checkpoint in Serkhetabat, Takhtabazar district, Mary province. The meeting took place before the opening and groundbreaking ceremonies at Turkmenistan-Afghanistan border. During the meeting, Mullah Mohammad […]
Speech by the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at the opening and groundbreaking ceremonies of energy, transport, communication and logistics infrastructure facilities at Turkmenistan-Afghanistan border
Dear compatriots! Dear friends! Dear guests! Today is marked by a truly historic event for Turkmenistan and Afghanistan. We are witnessing the successful implementation of a number of major projects with the blessing of Arkadagly Hero Serdar. There are seven of them in total. First of all, we are talking about the laying of the […]
(UPDATED – Pictures and Text) Turkmenistan and Afghanistan launch the construction of a number of energy and transport infrastructure facilities
On 11 September 2024, a ceremony was held at the border of Turkmenistan and Afghanistan with the participation of delegations of the two countries to launch the construction of energy and transport infrastructure facilities. The ceremony was led by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov via videoconference. The groundbreaking ceremony at the Islim-Cheshme border checkpoint in […]
Border Meeting: Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss joint projects inauguration
Turkmenistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister Rashid Meredov met with the foreign minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Mottaqi at the shared border’s zero point, the official government website of Afghanistan reported on 5 September 2024. The meeting brought together delegations from various organizations of Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. During this gathering, the parties deliberated on arrangements […]
Turkmenistan, Afghanistan sign four documents related to TAPI, TAP, Railways
The Afghan delegation led by the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum Products of Afghanistan Hidayatullah Badri, had a meeting on 30 August 2024 in Ashgabat. The Turkmen side was represented by several deputy prime ministers, ministers, and other senior officials. The expanded talks led to the signing of four documents: – Memorandum of Understanding […]
Afghan minister visits Turkmenistan – TAPI board of directors meeting – Cooperation talks
The Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum Products of Afghanistan Hussein Badri and his delegation are visiting Turkmenistan. A meeting of the board of directors of TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India gas pipeline project) was held in Ashgabat on 29 August 2024. The key aspects of the implementation of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project and prospects for […]
Mining minister of Afghanistan visits Turkmenistan for talks on TAP, railway projects
The Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Hedayatullah Badri, headed a delegation to Turkmenistan on Wednesday, 28 August 2024. Meetings are planned in Ashgabat about the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of TAP, railway projects and also the practical start of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) pipeline project in Afghanistan, reports Ariana News. […]
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan and the Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan held an online meeting
Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan Abdul Ghani Baradar held a videoconference meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov, the Embassy of Afghanistan in Turkmenistan reports on its social networks. During the meeting, the parties discussed bilateral political, economic and trade relations, as well as ways to implement the TAPI project in […]
Outcomes of the visit of the Turkmen delegation to Pakistan – Turkmenistan outlines proposals for fostering relations with Pakistan
During the government meeting on Friday (26 July), Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister R. Meredov reported on the results of his working visit to Pakistan. It was reported that the delegation of Turkmenistan was received by President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari. During the meeting, issues of developing interstate cooperation in the political, diplomatic, […]
Turkmenistan Accredits Afghan Diplomat as Charge d’affaires of Afghanistan
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov handed Fazal Muhammad Sabir a document on his accreditation in Turkmenistan as Charge d’affaires of Afghanistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. The Afghan diplomat has been representing his country in Ashgabat for a number of years. During the meeting, the parties discussed a […]
Afghanistan gets ready to launch TAPI Project
The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan stated that all preparations have been made for the commencement of the TAPI project, according to TOLOnews. The spokesman for the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Homayoun Afghan, said that security is ensured in the country, and the challenges related to land acquisition for the TAPI project […]
Pakistan and Turkmenistan for Expediting TAPI Pipeline Project: Resolved for Continuous Engagement
Federal Minister for Petroleum of Pakistan Dr Musadik Malik held a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mr. Rashid Meredov who is on a two day visit to Pakistan accompanied by Turkmen delegation including Mr.Ata Haljanov, head of International economic cooperation division, Ministry of […]
Alongside TAPI gas line route: Crucial regional rail project on the cards
Pakistan and Turkmenistan are likely to announce next week, the construction of a railway line along the route of the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline project to enhance regional connectivity and provide a reliable transportation link between the two countries, well-informed sources told Business Recorder. This announcement is part of the decisions to be taken at […]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan Discuss Progress on TAPI Gas Pipeline Project
The Afghan Ministry of Mines and Oil Industry reports on a meeting held in Kabul between the Minister of Mines and Petroleum Hidayatullah Badri, and the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, Khoja Ovezov. The primary focus of the meeting was the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project. The parties discussed the project’s current progress, technical and legal aspects, […]
Turkmenistan Ready to Boost Trade and Transit with Afghanistan
On 25 June, the Consul General of Turkmenistan in Herat Batyr Yolov met with Governor Noor Ahmad Islamjar. During the meeting, Nur Ahmad Islamjar noted that the Afghan side is interested in intensifying cargo transportation along the Afghanistan-Turkmenistan-Kazakhstan-China route, and establishing exports of Afghan fruits and vegetables and dry fruits to Turkmenistan. In turn Yolov […]
President of Turkmenistan has been invited to pay an official visit to Pakistan
On Tuesday, 25 June 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Federal Minister for Industries and Production of Pakistan Rana Tanveer Hussain. The Minister conveyed greetings from President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif to the Head of state, confirming Pakistan’s commitment to friendly relations with Turkmenistan. In turn, President Serdar […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov met with the Federal Minister of Industries and Production of Pakistan
The National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Pakistan’s Federal Minister of Industries and Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain, on Tuesday. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in trade and economic areas. Berdimuhamedov highlighted Pakistan’s importance as a key South Asian partner. He emphasized the strong mutual understanding and trust that forms the foundation for […]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan to form working groups to implement the TAPI project
The Chief Executive Director of TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd, Muhammetmyrat Amanov, met in Kabul with the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Shahabuddin Delawar. During the meeting, issues related to the implementation of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project were discussed, according to the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan. As Delaware […]
Pakistan supports the early finalization of a Transit trade agreement with Turkmenistan
Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari called for the early finalization of a Transit trade agreement with Turkmenistan to further strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries. He shared this point of view during a meeting with the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan Atajan Movlamov, the Press Information Department reports. According to Zardari, such an agreement, […]
Energy, transport and shipbuilding – Turkmenistan and South Korea discuss key areas of partnership
On 27 March 2024, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, National leader of Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, met with South Korean business leaders in Ashgabat, TDH reports. The discussions focused on the current state and promising avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation. Hyundai Engineering Co., Ltd. President and CEO Hong Hyong Song opened the meeting […]
Pakistan is committed to TAPI project, says Federal Minister for Petroleum
In a meeting on Tuesday, 26 March, Turkmenistan’s Ambassador Atadjan Movlamov and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr. Musadik Malik reaffirmed their commitment to completing the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project. The ambassador conveyed his felicitations to the minister on assumption of office. In turn, Minister Dr Musadik Malik expressed gratitude for the ambassador’s support […]
TAPI Gas Pipeline, Power Lines, and Transport Infrastructure on the Agenda in Turkmenistan-Afghanistan Talks
On March 5, 2024, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and the delegation that arrived in Turkmenistan, headed by the acting Minister of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan Alhaj Nuruddin Azizi. During the negotiations, a wide range of issues related to the expansion of bilateral trade and […]
Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discussed TAPI project and LPG supplies
On 28 February 2024, acting foreign minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi met with Batyr Amanov, Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan responsible for oil and gas sector. During meeting, the two sides held comprehensive discussions on TAPI and supply of LPG to Afghanistan, according to MFA Afghanistan. Muttaqi said that following the visit of Turkmen […]
Transport, Electricity and TAPI under the spotlight of Turkmenistan-Afghanistan talks in Ashgabat – Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry issued press release on Meredov and Muttaqi meeting
Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi leading a delegation met with the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rashid Meredov in Ashgabat on Monday, 26 February 2024. The meeting focused on bilateral relations between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan, upgrading Afghanistan’s diplomatic presence in Ashgabat, and practically starting TAPI project in Afghanistan, according to […]
Turkmenistan’s foreign ministry hosted a meeting with an Afghan delegation led by Muttaqi
On February 26, 2024, in Ashgabat, a meeting was held between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov and a delegation that arrived in Turkmenistan led by the acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi, consisting of representatives of various government agencies of Afghanistan, including the Ministry of Mining and […]
TAPI: All Afghans support this great project, says acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan
At the end of last week, the CEO of TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd, Muhammetmyrat Amanov, met in Kabul with the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Shahabuddin Delawar. During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues within the framework of the TAPI gas pipeline project, and also stressed the need to accelerate […]
Afghanistan and Turkmenistan discuss the start of the practical implementation of the TAPI gas pipeline project
In Kabul, the General Executive Officer of TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd, Muhammetmyrat Amanov and Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Afghanistan Khoja Ovezov, met with the Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Shahabuddin Delawar, the Afghan Ministry of Mines and Petroleum Industry says. The meeting focused on areas crucial for advancing the project, including: Highlighting the […]
Turkmenistan and UAE Forge Energy Partnership: Galkynysh Field Development, Construction of Gas Transport Infrastructure and Methane Emissions Reduction
Turkmenistan invites investors from the UAE to develop the third stage of one of the world’s largest gas fields Galkynysh, as well as projects to create a gas transportation infrastructure for the supply of Turkmen gas to foreign markets. The relevant agreements were fixed in memoranda, inked during the two-day visit of the National Leader […]
Pakistan extends special investment shield for TAPI project
Pakistan is working to extend its Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act (FIPPA) to cover Turkmenistan’s investment in the project of transnational gas pipeline Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI), Pakistani news outlets report. This decision, announced by a senior energy ministry official on Tuesday, offers valuable guarantees to the Turkmen government, potentially enhancing the project’s bankability. Estimated at […]
TDH Commentary: Following the Trajectory of Turkmen-Afghan Constructive Cooperation
During the 10 November meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov instructed the relevant chief officials to continue the construction of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (TAP) power transmission line. In order to discuss the current state of implementation of this project, as well as the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, and the expansion of the […]
Afghanistan Foreign Ministry: Turkmenistan Seeks Billion-Dollar Trade Boost with Afghanistan, Discusses TAPI Pipeline
Ashgabat has set a target on significantly expanding trade with Afghanistan, aiming to reach US $1 billion of trade turnover, according to the Afghanistan Foreign Ministry. The statement came during a two-day visit by Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov to the Afghanistan province of Herat. Meredov met with Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and other […]
Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan visited Afghanistan
On 16-17 December 2023, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov paid a working trip to Afghanistan, Herat province, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan reports. During the meeting with Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, Minister of Petroleum and Mines Shahabuddin Delawar and Minister of Industry and Commerce Nooruddin Azizi, a […]
Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry calls for acceleration of TAPI project
The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) has called for the acceleration of work on the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, emphasizing its potential to provide Pakistan with affordable energy and foster industrial growth, according to the ICCI press release. ICCI Acting President Faad Waheed stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral trade and economic […]
Pakistan Embraces Russia’s Role in TAPI Pipeline and Seeks Increased Oil Imports
In a recent interview with TASS, Pakistan’s newly appointed Ambassador to Russia, Muhammad Khalid Jamali, expressed the country’s support for Russia’s participation in the TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline project. “Our country lacks energy resources. Pakistan would love to join the [projects of] Central Asia, Afghanistan and others. We are not against Russia’s participation in TAPI […]
Pakistan appreciates foreign policy of Turkmenistan
On 31 August 2023, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Pakistan Atajan Movlamov met with the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan Jalil Abbas Jilani, MFA Turkmenistan said in a press release. At the beginning of the meeting, the ambassador congratulated the counterpart on taking office. During the talks, the parties discussed the state of […]
Afghanistan Provides ‘Good Security’ for TAPI Pipeline Project, Says Acting Minister
On Sunday, 3 September 2023, the General Executive Director of TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd, Mukhammetmyrat Amanov met with the Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan, Shahabuddin Delawar, in Kabul, the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum said in a statement. The TAPI project CEO provided detailed information about the latest developments within the project. […]
TAPI Gas Pipeline Project is on Track as Pakistan, Turkmenistan Agree to Speed Up Construction
Pakistan and Turkmenistan on Thursday decided to speed up the realization of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, say Pakistani news outlets with reference to the Pakistani energy ministry. Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Islamabad Atadjan Movlamov met with interim Federal Minister for Energy of Pakistan Muhammad Ali on Thursday, 24 Aug. The sides discussed issues […]
Annual production capacity of Galkynysh gas field of Turkmenistan will reach 200 billion cubic meters
The Galkynysh gas field of Turkmenistan is being developed in successive stages. On completion of the seventh stage, the annual production capacity will reach 200 bcm (billion cubic meters). This was reported by the Turkmen media including the Neutral Turkmenistan and Turkmenportal on 1 August 2023. Galkynysh is the second largest gas field in the […]
Pakistan offers a route to bring Turkmen energy resources to world markets
Pakistan is the most viable route for gas supplies from Turkmenistan to other parts of the world, Musadik Malik, the State Minister for Petroleum of Pakistan said on Wednesday, Pakistani news outlets report. According to a senior official, the Government of Pakistan has extended an invitation to Turkmenistan to explore the possibility of gas connectivity […]
Turkmen-Pakistani TAPI Joint Implementation Plan – key points revealed
The federal cabinet of Pakistan has approved a plan for the joint implementation of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, which was recently signed with Turkmenistan, the Profit Pakistan Today reports. This decision is aimed at accelerating the completion of the feasibility study of the project and its progress to the construction stage. Having received […]
Coordinator to Pakistani PM on Commerce and Industry underlines the importance of TAP and TAPI projects
On 15 June 2023, Coordinator to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Commerce and Industry Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan along with business delegation visited the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad and had a meeting with Ambassador of Turkmenistan Atajan Movlamov, Turkmen Embassy to Pakistan reported. During the meeting the sides discussed the implementation of large […]
Turkmen Delegation met with Pakistani PM – Joint Implementation Plan for the Expedited Implementation of the TAPI signed
On 8 June 2023, the second day of the visit, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Mr. Maksat Babayev, State Minister – Chairman of State Concern “Turkmengas”, called on Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. During the meeting, the Turkmen side briefed the Prime Minister […]
Turkmen Energy Officials is on visit to Pakistan – TAP and TAPI projects under spotlight
On 7 June 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan arrived in Islamabad for a two-day visit to discuss the implementation of the TAPI Gas Pipeline Project and the TAP Power Transmission Line Project, Embassy of Turkmenistan to Pakistan said in a press release. On the same day, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Energy […]
Afghanistan is ready to start work on the TAPI gas pipeline project
The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan said that the Islamic Emirate is fully ready to start practical work on the TAPI pipeline project, BaaghiTV reports. According to the spokesman of the ministry, Homayoun Afghan, legal and technical obstacles ahead of the implementation of the project have been removed. In addition, Deputy Minister of […]
Ambassador Movlamov: Pakistan is a strategic partner in the implementation of the TAPI project
Turkmenistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Atajan Movlamov said that Turkmenistan considers Pakistan as a strategic partner in the implementation of the TAPI gas pipeline project (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India). The statement came during a Seminar on “Turkmenistan-Pakistan Relations – Pursuing a Collaborative Future” at the Center of Pakistan and International Relations in collaboration with “Pakistan in the World” media […]
The ground realities are transforming TAPI into CAPS – Part Three
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova CAPS is going places, with all the elements of TAPI amplifying in scope and geographical spread in every direction. The new and emerging ground realities are driving this amazing makeover. The primary ground reality is the situation in Ukraine, with many secondary ground realities as its byproducts. As mentioned in […]
The ground realities are transforming TAPI into CAPS – Part Two
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova As we mentioned in the first part of this series, the diktat of geography is binding on all; there are no exceptions. This is an ever-present ground reality though its effect is not always the same; it can be kind and it can be cruel, it can be for you […]
The ground realities are transforming TAPI into CAPS – Part One
Tariq Saeedi and Elvira Kadyrova It is happening right before our eyes. — TAPI is decisively transforming into CAPS, driven by the combined force of the ground realities. TAPI, as we know, is the acronym for the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India. Initially it referred to just a single project – transnational gas pipeline. However, lately it has come […]