Economy
NOKIA strengthens technological partnership with Turkmenistan in the energy sector
14.11.2025At an international forum in Ashgabat, a representative of NOKIA presented technological solutions for the energy sector in Turkmenistan and discussed prospects for expanding cooperation with Turkmen partners. This was reported by TerraNews. The expert noted the high level of organisation of the forum and emphasised that NOKIA has been cooperating with the state-owned company ‘Altyn asyr’ for more than 20 years. During this time, a significant part of the national telecommunications infrastructure has been built using the company's equipment. One of the key areas of current cooperation is the development of a fifth-generation (5G) network throughout the country. As the NOKIA representative noted, the introduction of 5G technologies will contribute to the digital transformation of various industries, including the fuel and energy complex (FEC). For enterprises located in remote areas, it is especially important to ensure stable communication and digital monitoring. In this regard, NOKIA offered the Turkmen side cooperation in the implementation of projects on video surveillance of infrastructure facilities, as well as in the field of technical support for logistics and navigation solutions for the energy sector. NOKIA confirmed its readiness for further fruitful cooperation with Turkmen partners.
‘Yutong’ presented transport solutions at the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ and ‘ITTC–2025’ forums
14.11.2025Two major international forums are being held in Ashgabat: ‘Türkmentel–2025’ and ‘ITTC–2025’. Among the participants is ‘Zhengzhou Yutong Group Co., Ltd.,’ one of the world's leading manufacturers of buses, electric buses and trolleybuses. ‘Yutong’ products are supplied to more than 120 countries, according to the state news agency ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. ‘Yutong’ buses have been operating in Turkmenistan since 2012. During this time, cooperation has covered a wide range of models: from city and intercity to tourist buses, including options with environmentally friendly technologies. In 2016, school buses were delivered to the country under a grant programme and distributed across all velayats to ensure the safe transport of children. A year later, in 2017, a large batch of ‘Yutong’ vehicles was used during the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games. Since 2023, electric buses of this brand have been operating in the ‘smart’ city of Arkadag, symbolising Turkmenistan's commitment to environmentally friendly and innovative transport solutions. And in 2025, 700 modern ‘Yutong’ city buses were put into service on Ashgabat routes. As noted by the company, ‘Yutong’ pays special attention to improving the comfort and safety of passenger transport. The models supplied to Turkmenistan meet and even exceed Euro 5 standards, which is particularly important in terms of environmental sustainability.
Turkmenistan and the RCC strengthen cooperation in the field of digital technologies
13.11.2025As part of the 18th International Exhibition and Scientific Conference ‘Türkmentel-2025’ and the International Conference ‘International Transport and Transit Corridors’ (ITTC), a working meeting was held between the Minister of Communications of Turkmenistan, Hajymyrat Hudaygulyev, and the Director General of the Executive Committee of the Regional Commonwealth in the Field of Communications (RCC), Alexey Borodin. This was reported by IIC. During the negotiations, the current state and prospects for further cooperation between Turkmenistan and the RCC were discussed. The parties paid particular attention to issues related to the development of the telecommunications industry, digital transformation and the introduction of advanced information and communication technologies. The meeting confirmed the mutual interest in strengthening partnership and coordinating actions aimed at developing modern ICT infrastructure in the region.
Turkmenistan presented its energy potential at the ADIPEC 2025 international forum
13.11.2025A delegation from Turkmenistan, comprising representatives of the national fuel and energy complex, took part in the ADIPEC 2025 international exhibition and conference, the largest annual forum for specialists in the global energy industry. This was reported by AsmanNews. This year, the event was held under the slogan ‘Energy. Intelligence. Impact’ and brought together more than 2,200 companies and 180,000 participants from 180 countries, including 54 national and international oil and gas corporations, 30 energy ministries and leading international organisations. The national pavilion of Turkmenistan, organised by the State Concerns ‘Türkmengaz’, ‘Türkmennebit’ and the State Corporation ‘Türkmengeologiýa’, attracted considerable interest from investors, representatives of leading energy companies and the international media. The exhibition, which combined modern interactive technologies with elements of national design, presented 3D models of the ‘Galkynysh’ field, materials on the exploration and development of the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea, as well as multimedia presentations of projects in the fields of gas chemistry, LNG, digitalisation and decarbonisation. As part of ADIPEC 2025, the Turkmenistan delegation held a series of negotiations with the heads of ADNOC, PETRONAS, Dragon Oil and S&P Global. During the meetings, they discussed opportunities for joint work on field development, methane emissions reduction, digitalisation of production processes and the introduction of innovative monitoring technologies. Throughout the exhibition, the Turkmenistan pavilion remained a centre of international interaction, confirming the country's reputation as a reliable and promising partner in the global energy sector.
S7 Airlines plans to launch direct flights between Ashgabat and Novosibirsk
13.11.2025S7 Airlines plans to launch direct flights between Ashgabat and Novosibirsk. This was announced by the company's general representative in Central Asia, Evgeny Chernyshev, at the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ International Exhibition and the ‘International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development–2025’ conference, according to Turkmenportal. According to the S7 representative, the launch of the new route is planned for next spring, and work on its implementation is already in full swing. Evgeny Chernyshev recalled that the airline has been present in the Turkmen market for almost two decades. The Moscow-Ashgabat flight was launched back in 2008, and today S7 operates seven regular flights a week on this route. As it has been reported, the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ International Exhibition and ‘ITTC–2025’ Conference are being held in Ashgabat from 12 to 14 November.
Huawei strengthens partnership with Turkmenistan in digital technology development
12.11.2025Huawei representative Han Xiaoping delivered a speech at the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ International Conference. In her address, she noted the company's significant contribution to the modernisation of Turkmenistan's telecommunications networks and expressed pride in Huawei's participation in strategically important national projects, according to IIC. The company representative emphasised that the partnership with Turkmenistan is being implemented under the wise leadership of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and is aimed at introducing advanced technologies that contribute to accelerating digital transformation. Han Xiaoping paid particular attention to the Arkadag ‘smart’ city project. She said that the company had been actively involved in the first phase of construction and was ready to continue cooperation in the next phase, applying the most modern technological solutions. Concluding her speech, the Huawei representative confirmed the company's readiness for long-term cooperation with Turkmenistan in the field of digitalisation, network modernisation and the development of the ‘smart’ city concept.
Investment and innovation: Turkmenistan demonstrates openness and growth potential
12.11.2025Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Mammethan Chakyev, speaking at the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ International Exhibition and Scientific Conference, announced Turkmenistan's readiness to consider specific investment proposals from foreign partners. This was reported by IIC. He stressed that the implementation of joint projects will be based on the principles of equality and mutual benefit, which reflects the essence of Turkmenistan's ‘open door’ policy. According to the Deputy Prime Minister, more than eighty foreign companies and authoritative experts are participating in the forum, and the annual growth in the number of participants testifies to the formation of a favourable investment climate in the country. Mammethan Chakyev also focused on the transport and transit potential of Turkmenistan. Due to its advantageous geo-economic position, the country is implementing large-scale infrastructure projects in the East-West and North-South directions, creating new opportunities for strengthening trade and economic ties in the Eurasian space.
A conference combining digital technologies and transport has kicked off in Ashgabat
12.11.2025A conference, which combined the scientific and technological focus of ‘Türkmentel–2025’ and the transport and logistics theme of the forum ‘International Transport and Transit Corridors: Interconnection and Development – 2025,’ opened in Ashgabat at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan as part of the International Forum. This was reported by IIC. The conference's working programme opened with two key sessions that outlined the priority areas of state policy. The first, entitled ‘Digital Transformation: Sustainable Development of the Economy of Turkmenistan,’ was devoted to issues of strengthening the economy through international partnerships in the field of digitalisation. At the same time, a session entitled ‘International Cooperation and Investment: The Driving Force of Future Transport’ was held, where participants discussed mechanisms for attracting investment and expanding international cooperation for the development of transport corridors.
Turkmenistan demonstrates innovative potential at ‘Türkmentel–2025’
12.11.2025The grand opening of the ‘Türkmentel–2025’ International Exhibition and Scientific Conference was held in Ashgabat, together with the ‘ITTC–2025’ International Conference and Exhibition. These large-scale forums, organised by the Transport and Communications Complex of Turkmenistan with the assistance of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, have become a central platform for demonstrating the country's achievements in the field of telecommunications, digital technologies and transport and transit infrastructure, according to TerraNews. The opening ceremony was attended by heads of relevant ministries and departments, representatives of the diplomatic corps, international organisations and leading global companies. The ‘Türkmentel–2025’ and ‘ITTC–2025’ exhibitions attracted the attention of key international structures — ITU, RCC, as well as leading corporations, including IBM, Huawei, Nokia, Thales, Mitsubishi Corporation and others. The participation of such influential partners confirms Turkmenistan's active integration into the global digital space and its commitment to implementing innovative solutions. The agenda of the forums covers a wide range of topics, including the development of international scientific and technical cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence, big data analysis, blockchain and cybersecurity.
Turkmen companies to showcase their products at Halal Expo 2025 in Istanbul
12.11.2025Turkmen entrepreneurs are invited to attend Halal Expo 2025, which will be held from 26 to 29 November 2025 in Istanbul (Republic of Turkey). This was reported by the press service of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan. The event will serve as a platform for demonstrating the potential of the national economy, promoting export opportunities and establishing new business contacts. The participation of Turkmen companies in the exhibition will strengthen trade and economic cooperation with foreign partners and showcase the country's achievements in industry and entrepreneurship. Halal Expo 2025 traditionally brings together manufacturers of halal products and business representatives interested in developing international cooperation in this area. The national pavilion of Turkmenistan is organised by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan in conjunction with the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan.
‘John Deere’ tests innovative agricultural machinery in Turkmenistan
11.11.2025‘John Deere’ is testing new agricultural equipment in Turkmenistan. This was announced by the company's representative in the country, Colin Nelson, during the Turkmen-American Business Forum held in Washington, according to Turkmenportal. According to Nelson, the equipment, designed for harvesting cotton and wheat, improves water use efficiency. He expressed hope that Turkmen private enterprises will show interest in purchasing the new equipment in the future. The business forum, entitled ‘Turkmen-American Business Cooperation: New Opportunities and Prospects for Partnership Development,’ was held in November. Participants included ‘John Deere’, ‘General Electric’, ‘SpaceX’ and ‘Oppenheimer Holdings Inc.’.
The Turkmenistan Stock Exchange has summarized the weekly results
10.11.2025Last week, 11 deals were concluded at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan. This was reported by TerraNews. Entrepreneurs from Turkey and Afghanistan purchased urea produced by ‘Türkmenhimiýa’ and aviation kerosene produced by ‘Türkmennebit’ State Concerns for foreign currency. In addition, bedding sets, cotton yarn, cotton fibre, light industry waste, as well as licorice roots and rhizomes were sold for export. The buyers were companies from China, Turkey, Switzerland and Estonia. The total amount of foreign trade transactions exceeded $5.5 million. On the domestic market, Turkmen entrepreneurs purchased polypropylene, base oil (‘Türkmennebit’ State Concern) and cotton fibre worth over 58.6 million manats.
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