What are the latest news in Turkmenistan?
- Preparations for 35th Independence Anniversary: The government has launched major preparations for nationwide celebrations and large-scale economic exhibitions in Ashgabat to mark 35 years of independence.
- Energy & Industrial Projects: Production has resumed at 93 previously halted or low-yield oil wells at the Barsagelmez field following restoration works. In addition, upgrades to processing units at the Turkmenbashi Complex of Oil Refineries have been approved, and Azerbaijan’s SOCAR was confirmed as the general partner for the upcoming Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan (OGT 2026) forum. -tif-turkmenistan.com+ 1——–
- Economic & Investment Activity: Foreign trade turnover increased by 9% year-on-year in the first seven months of the year.- Organization is underway for the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2026), set for early October in Ashgabat, aimed at attracting foreign capital into transport, petrochemicals, and digital infrastructure. -tif-turkmenistan.com+ 1——–
- Legislative and Digital Reforms: Lawmakers are drafting new regulations governing e-commerce, digital trade, and updated labor market standards to support economic diversification.- Trend News Agency———
- Diplomacy & Trade Cooperation: Recent bilateral engagements include ministerial talks with Tajikistan on regional trade routes, trade talks with European Union representatives, and customs cooperation initiatives with Malaysia. -Takyk——–
- Healthcare Infrastructure: State inspections were completed for major medical facilities near completion in Ashgabat, including a new digital-integrated Stomatology Centre and the International Pediatric Center.