Natural resources remain a key factor in Turkmenistan's socio-economic development. The extraction and rational use of minerals, primarily oil and gas, are directly linked to economic and social development, according to the news resource AsmanNews.

Geological exploration in the country is carried out in stages — from regional studies to the assessment of productive formations. Based on the data obtained, priority areas are identified for detailed geological and geophysical work and subsequent analysis.

Oil and natural gas are of the greatest importance to the country. The areas adjacent to the Caspian Sea are considered promising. More than 150 oil, gas and gas condensate fields have been discovered in Turkmenistan. One of the largest is the ‘Galkynysh’ gas field, which is among the world's largest in terms of gas reserves.

The oil and gas produced fully cover the country's domestic needs and are exported. The western regions are also rich in iodine, bromine, potassium, magnesium and other chemical elements.

The significant resource potential and regular international industry forums with the participation of foreign experts and oil and gas companies confirm the sustainable prospects of Turkmenistan's energy sector.