Economy
Turkmenistan and Astrakhan develop trade cooperation
25.06.2025Trade and economic ties between Turkmenistan and Russia's Astrakhan Region continue to strengthen. ‘Grand Fish’ has begun exporting fish products to Turkmenistan and intends to increase the volume of supplies. This was reported by the news website Asmannews. Earlier, in April, Turkmen textile companies presented their products in Astrakhan and discussed prospects for further supplies. Turkmenistan is a leading producer of natural textiles in Central Asia, which is of great interest to Russian partners. The international exhibition ‘TurkmenTextile Expo – 2025’ was also held in Ashgabat, attended by a delegation from the Astrakhan company ‘Radmar’, which established new business contacts. The expansion of mutual cooperation contributes to the diversification of Turkmenistan's foreign economic relations and opens up additional opportunities for business on both sides.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry of Turkmenistan hosted a round table to mark the 25th anniversary of cooperation with the ADB
25.06.2025On 24 June 2025, an event was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to mark the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Turkmenistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The roundtable meeting was attended by high-ranking representatives of the Turkmenistan Government, Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, heads of key ministries and departments, and a delegation from the Asian Development Bank led by Vice President Yang Yingming. This information was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. In his speech, Deputy Prime Minister Hojamyrat Geldimyradov highlighted the ADB's significant contributions to the development of Turkmenistan's economy, particularly in strategic sectors such as energy, transportation, and urban development. ADB Vice President Yang Yingming emphasised the strong trust-based relationship between the institution and Turkmenistan, as well as the importance of the recent meeting with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The event also highlighted promising joint projects, including the development of the Arkadag smart city. Participants discussed the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2025 between the Arkadag Construction State Committee and the ADB.
Deals worth over $32.9 million were concluded on the SCRMET
23.06.2025Last week, 44 deals were concluded at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET). Business representatives from the UAE, the US, Afghanistan, and Uzbekistan purchased petroleum road bitumen from the state-owned company ‘Türkmennebit’, as well as liquefied gas produced at the ‘Türkmennebit’, ‘Türkmengaz’, and ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ enterprises. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. In addition, flannel products, Portland cement and licorice root extract were sold for foreign currency. The main buyers of these products were companies from the UAE, Turkey and Uzbekistan. The total volume of export transactions exceeded $32.9 million. On the domestic market, Turkmen entrepreneurs purchased terry products, cotton fabrics and yarn, cotton lint, polypropylene, base oil, petroleum bitumen, packaging film (from ‘Türkmennebit’) and technical carbon (from ‘Türkmenhimiýa’). The total value of domestic transactions amounted to over 78.1 million manats.
Turkmenistan's oil and gas industry demonstrates high performance
23.06.2025In anticipation of significant dates – the 34th anniversary of Independence and the 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan – the labour collectives of the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’ are demonstrating impressive production results. In the International Year of Peace and Trust, oil and gas industry workers continue to make a significant contribution to the country's economic development. This was reported by the online publication AsmanNews. Numerous enterprises of the concern, including production, transport and processing divisions, are working in close coordination. Their coordinated activities have made it possible in the first five months of this year not only to meet but also to exceed the planned hydrocarbon production targets by 9%. The work of the specialists of the Main Oil Pipelines Department deserves special attention, as they ensured the uninterrupted transportation of oil to the Turkmenbashy Oil Refinery. The total volume of raw materials pumped amounted to almost 2 million tonnes, including 23,800 tonnes delivered by sea across the Caspian Sea. These achievements are of particular importance for the implementation of the strategic ‘Programme for the Development of the Oil and Gas Industry of Turkmenistan until 2030’. High production figures were made possible by the modernisation of infrastructure, the introduction of modern technologies and the professionalism of industry workers.
Work continues to expand the Goturdepe field in Turkmenistan
21.06.2025Active geological exploration continues in Turkmenistan, contributing to the growth of strategic raw material reserves and strengthening the country's resource potential. One example is the Goturdepe field, where specialists from the ‘Lebapnebitgazgözleg’ expedition of the ‘Türkmengeologiýa’ State Concern are conducting intensive exploration and prospecting work, according to the internet resource TerraNews. As a result of work on well No. 1907, which is 3,975 metres deep, commercial flows of oil and gas condensate — valuable hydrocarbons for the country's fuel and energy complex — were obtained at a depth of 3,658–3,664 metres. Drilling of well No. 1908 is currently continuing. These successes complement the efforts of the State Concern ‘Türkmennebit’ to efficiently use hydrocarbon resources and strengthen the country's position in the regional energy market.
The Foreign Economic Affairs Bank of Turkmenistan received a ‘BB-stable’ rating from Fitch Ratings
21.06.2025Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Hojamyrat Geldimyradov reported on the activities of the State Bank for Foreign Economic Affairs of Turkmenistan (TFEB) in obtaining an international rating from Fitch Ratings (UK) during a government meeting on 20 June. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. On 16 June, the bank received a ‘BB-stable’ rating. The agency noted the country's high level of financial stability, significant insurance reserves and high solvency of TFEB, which is one of the largest banks in Turkmenistan. After hearing the report, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasised the significance of this event for strengthening Turkmenistan's international financial image and instructed the Deputy Prime Minister to continue work in the field of foreign economic activity.
Turkmenistan among top three countries with highest investment inflows in Central Asia
21.06.2025According to the World Investment Report 2025 prepared by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Turkmenistan attracted $1.6 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, ranking second in Central Asia in terms of net capital inflows. This was reported by the online resource TerraNews. The document analyses both inflows and outflows of investment, which allows for an objective assessment of the level of interest of foreign investors in the region's economies. Turkmenistan showed steady investment growth and continued interest from foreign partners. Uzbekistan ranked first among Central Asian countries in terms of FDI inflows, with $2.8 billion. It is followed by Turkmenistan ($1.6 billion), Kyrgyzstan ($705 million) and Tajikistan ($291 million).
Plans for the development of the oil and gas sector presented in Turkmenistan
21.06.2025Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Batyr Amanov reported on the activities at oil and gas fields managed by the ‘Türkmennebit’ State Concern during a government meeting on 20 June. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. The Deputy Prime Minister announced measures for the further development of the fields, including the supply of electricity to the recently discovered Uzynada field. This will also provide electricity to neighbouring facilities. A corresponding proposal was submitted to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, for consideration. After hearing the report, the Head of State approved the initiative and instructed B. Amanov to organise the necessary work, emphasising the importance of conditions for the development of new hydrocarbon reserves.
Turkmen petrochemicals are in high demand at SCRMET
21.06.2025At the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan on 20 June, Turkish businessmen purchased dry extract of licorice root from Turkmen entrepreneurs. This was reported by the website of the SCRMET. According to the source, representatives of Turkmenistan's business circles purchased co-extruded packaging film from the State Concern ‘Turkmennebit’ on the domestic market. Turkmen entrepreneurs also concluded a deal with the Ministry of Textile Industry to purchase cotton yarn. The total value of the deals concluded during the auction amounted to approximately 451,500 US dollars and more than 14.45 million manat.
Turkmenistan improves customs technologies with support from UN experts
21.06.2025From 10 to 19 June 2025, the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan successfully held a specialised training seminar on modern approaches to risk management. The event was organised as part of the implementation of the strategic programme for the development of customs authorities until 2028. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Experienced experts from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Grigore Varanita and Dorin Purice, shared international best practices with participants. The intensive training covered topical issues of digitalisation of customs processes, including the use of the ASYCUDA automated system and modern data analysis methods to improve control efficiency. Final testing confirmed the high level of professional training of Turkmen customs officers and their readiness to implement innovative solutions in their daily practice.
Turkmen delegation studied best practices in energy-efficient refrigeration equipment
21.06.2025On 18 June, an international conference dedicated to the transition to energy-efficient refrigeration systems using environmentally friendly refrigerants concluded in Mytishchi, near Moscow. A Turkmen delegation, including representatives of key ministries, scientific institutions and private companies, took an active part in the event. This was reported by the online publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. During the conference, experts from Russia and Belarus shared their experience in introducing natural refrigerants that comply with the requirements of the Montreal Protocol and the Kigali Amendment. UNIDO experts presented best practices for the transition to climate-neutral technologies. Turkmen participants familiarised themselves with Russian regulatory documents and methodological recommendations in this area. The conference programme included practical excursions to production facilities where modern environmentally friendly solutions are already being applied. The event concluded with training in safety techniques for working with natural refrigerants and the presentation of certificates to participants.
The first freight train from Jinhua will transit through Turkmenistan
20.06.2025The first freight train from the Chinese city of Jinhua (Zhejiang Province) departed for the Turkmen port of Turkmenbashy, marking the start of a new route within the Trans-Caspian International Transport Corridor. This was reported by the online publication ‘Business Turkmenistan’. The train, consisting of 100 standard containers with clothing, accessories, metal products and other goods, will cross the border at the Khorgos checkpoint, pass through Almaty, Tashkent and Ashgabat, and end its journey in Turkmenistan. The cargo will then be delivered by sea to the port of Baku on the Caspian Sea. The new route is aimed at reducing the load on the Kazakh port of Aktau and speeding up logistics between China, Central Asian countries and Central and Eastern Europe.
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