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On August 12, Caspian Sea Day was solemnly celebrated in the National Tourist Zone «Awaza».The main event dedicated to Caspian Sea Day was the scientific-practical conference titled «Protection of the Caspian Sea Ecosystem: Regional Cooperation and Sustainable Development», which took place at the «Berkarar» Hotel in the National Tourist Zone «Awaza».The forum was attended by members of the Government of the country, heads and employees of various ministries and departments, specialists from relevant structures and scientific institutions of the country, as well as representatives of diplomatic missions accredited in Turkmenistan, along with international and regional organizations.An exhibition demonstrating the natural beauty of the Caspian Sea and the Motherland’s achievements in environmental protection was set up in the hotel lobby.At the opening ceremony of the forum, a welcoming Address by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to its participants was read out.As noted in the message, the Caspian Sea has gained broad international recognition as a sea of peace, friendship, and good-neighborly cooperation. It is an invaluable asset with unique natural features, rich biological diversity, and economic and geopolitical significance. Throughout history, the Caspian Sea has united the peoples living on its shores, creating favorable conditions for the development of trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian ties between them.Noting that the preservation of the Caspian Sea's unique ecosystem, biodiversity, and rare species of flora and fauna is among our country's top priorities, Arkadagly Hero Serdar emphasized that Turkmenistan actively collaborates with international organizations and the states of the Caspian region. The Caspian Environmental Initiative, promoted by our country, represents an important step in protecting the marine ecosystem, uniting efforts, and preserving this unique natural asset for future generations.The welcoming Address of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov to the participants of the scientific-practical conference was met with stormy applause from the audience.Next, speeches by the forum delegates were heard.As noted by the participants from the Turkmen side, in the Epoch of Revival of the New Era of the Powerful State, based on the noble initiatives of the Hero-Arkadag and under the wise leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar, an environmental policy aimed at harmonizing the Motherland's economic growth with environmental protection is being successfully implemented. In this regard, close attention is paid to issues of rational natural resource management, the introduction of environmentally friendly technologies and a «green» economy, ensuring environmental safety in the country and the region, and protecting biodiversity.Important initiatives aimed at developing trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian ties in the Caspian region are being successfully implemented. All of them aim to transform the Caspian Sea into a zone of peace, trust, and environmental well-being, receiving broad support from the Caspian states as well as major international organizations.In this context, holding the First Caspian Summit in Ashgabat, as well as the First Caspian Environmental Forum and the First Caspian Economic Forum in the National Tourist Zone «Awaza», served as evidence of Turkmenistan's leading role in stepping up cooperation among the Caspian states.Furthermore, the Sixth Caspian Summit, held in Turkmenistan on June 29, 2022, became another important step in expanding the potential of partnership for the protection of the Caspian ecosystem.It was noted that our state's constructive initiatives—voiced from the rostrum of the United Nations General Assembly and other major forums—aimed at addressing environmental protection, the rational use of water and energy resources, and the creation of a reliable ecological defense system for the Caspian Sea, are gaining recognition across the entire international community.In this regard, particular emphasis was placed on the significance of the «Caspian Environmental Initiative», proposed by Turkmenistan at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in 2023. It is designed to serve as an international platform for interaction on a wide range of tasks related to environmental protection, the Caspian Sea's bioresources, and the resolution of several ecological issues. Attention was focused on the importance of the proposal by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, voiced on September 23, 2025, at the plenary meeting of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, to hold a Caspian Environmental Forum in 2026. This serves as clear confirmation of Turkmenistan's close attention to preserving the Caspian Sea ecosystem and will act as an important tool in uniting the efforts of Caspian states oriented toward environmental well-being.In recent years, the Turkmen coast of the Caspian Sea has turned into a hub for holding major international events. The National Tourist Zone «Awaza», created on the Caspian shore, is not only a vacation destination but also carries significant weight in terms of its positive impact on the environment. Today, this popular resort area serves as a model of a comprehensive and rational approach to using the region's mineral, biological, resort-sanatorium, and tourism potential. It should be noted that the key feature of all health resorts, hotels, and industrial enterprises built on the Caspian coast is their compliance with international environmental safety standards.The speeches also presented information on the work carried out by relevant government departments within the context of interstate and intergovernmental agreements approved by the five Caspian states.As noted, key tasks also include conducting regular monitoring of the Caspian's biological resources and the state of the marine environment, as well as carrying out a broad range of scientific research. A vital role in preserving and studying the sea's plant and animal life is played by the «Hazar» State Nature Reserve, which protects rare and endangered species of plants and animals inhabiting the Caspian region, including the Caspian seal, various species of fish, birds, and other wildlife. Additionally, scientific research is conducted here to study marine flora and fauna, monitor ecosystem conditions, and develop protective measures.Floor time was then granted to representatives of foreign embassies in Turkmenistan, as well as international and regional organizations.It was emphasized that the Caspian Sea is a sea of friendship, peace, security, cooperation, and harmony, uniting the economic potential and expanding the traditional ties of the region's countries. Friendly relations and the consistent strengthening of interaction among the Caspian states serve as a solid foundation for peace and sustainable development in the region.The coastal states fully support all efforts aimed at preserving the Caspian Sea as a space of peace and good-neighborliness. The Caspian Summits held with the participation of heads of state and government, the Caspian Economic Forums, meetings at the foreign minister level, and other events contribute to the successful development of five-sided cooperation.Trade, economic, and transport cooperation among the Caspian states is also expanding systematically. In particular, great importance is attached to developing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route—the primary route connecting Europe with Central Asia—which helps expand economic ties between countries in the region and reduce cargo transit times.It was noted that currently, due to climate change, the Caspian Sea is also subject to environmental threats, requiring a science-based, joint approach. Thus, the decline in the Caspian Sea level was one of the key issues at the Sixth Caspian Summit held in 2022 in Ashgabat. In addition, issues related to preventing falling sea levels were discussed during meetings organized within the framework of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, which was organized at Turkmenistan's initiative in the National Tourist Zone «Awaza».Conference participants highly praised the initiatives implemented by Turkmenistan in this direction and the favorable opportunities created for fruitful joint work.The significance of the «Awaza» Programme of Action for 2024–2034 and the Avaza Political Declaration, adopted within the framework of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, was particularly highlighted.As noted, the structural transformations and measures outlined in the «Awaza» Programme of Action regarding trade and economic partnership, regional integration, transit communications, transport connectivity, and climate change adaptation are of vital importance for both the Caspian region and Central Asia.The speeches also emphasized the importance of Turkmenistan's international environmental initiatives.According to general consensus, Turkmenistan's accession to the Global Methane Pledge, as well as its initiatives to establish a Regional Center for Climate Change Technologies in Central Asia and a Regional Center to Combat Desertification, demonstrate a firm commitment to cooperation in environmental protection and climate action.During the conference, an overview of the work accomplished over the past 20 years under the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention) was also presented. The uniqueness of the Convention lies in the fact that it is the first legally binding international instrument regulating relations among Caspian states in the field of ecology and rational natural resource management. The Convention allows for a precise definition of the parties' obligations and rapid responses to environmental threats through dedicated protocols adopted under its framework.The Tehran Convention serves as a core platform for interstate cooperation in key areas such as preventing pollution during the exploration, extraction, and transportation of hydrocarbon resources, monitoring the marine environment, conducting joint scientific research, and assessing environmental impact.Focusing on the need for a comprehensive approach to tasks arising from the Tehran Convention, speakers emphasized the importance of consolidating efforts to meet outlined goals, as well as further expanding interaction between relevant agencies and specialists. In this context, proposals were voiced to strengthen regional scientific networks, expand information exchange, and create a Caspian Scientific Partnership that would bring together research institutes from across the region. At the same time, the importance of adopting innovations, modern technologies, new monitoring methods, and solutions like artificial intelligence and information platforms was highlighted.In this regard, the significance of Turkmenistan's initiative to establish a Regional Center for Climate Change Technologies in Central Asia was noted. The Center could transform into a platform bridging policy, science, finance, and innovation, accelerating climate adaptation, water resource management, renewable energy development, and ecosystem restoration.The speeches also highlighted the role of youth in fighting climate change and ensuring ecological well-being.As is known, young people worldwide are actively engaged in the climate agenda, bringing forward environmental initiatives. Expanding youth opportunities in the Caspian region is not only an investment in the future but also a key factor in implementing timely solutions.Summarizing the outcomes of the forum, participants emphasized that Caspian Sea Day, celebrated in the Caspian countries, is a date that once again focuses attention on the importance of strengthening cooperation, peace, and trust in the region. Attendees reaffirmed the need to further promote international collaboration to ensure reliable ecological protection for the Caspian Sea and realize its potential for universal well-being and progress.At the conclusion of the conference, participants adopted an Address to the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, expressing gratitude for important initiatives to develop trade, economic, social, and cultural ties in the Caspian region, to transform the Caspian Sea into a zone of peace, trust, and environmental well-being, and for effective measures to step up cooperation among the Caspian states.Thus, the scientific-practical conference «Protection of the Caspian Sea Ecosystem: Regional Cooperation and Sustainable Development» served as another confirmation of Turkmenistan's successfully implemented environmental diplomacy, acting as an effective platform for ongoing measures to ensure regional environmental stability and coordinate the joint efforts of Caspian states to preserve the Caspian's unique ecosystem, biodiversity, and natural wealth.

Turkmenistan’s environmental diplomacy: the future of the Caspian Sea discussed in Avaza

The President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent his deepest condolences to the President of the Republic of Colombia Abelardo de la Espriel following the earthquake that struck the western part of the country, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries.On behalf of the people and Government of Turkmenistan, and on his own behalf, Arkadagly Hero-Serdar expressed his sincere sympathy and support to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives during this difficult time, as well as his wishes for a speedy recovery to those injured.

The President of Turkmenistan expressed his deep condolences following the earthquake in Colombia

&nbsp;The President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov extended his sincere congratulations and best wishes to Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of his re-election as a Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia. «We in Turkmenistan highly value our relations with the Republic of Armenia, which are based on the principles of equality, mutual respect, and trust. I am confident that these relations will continue to develop and deepen in the spirit of mutually beneficial cooperation in the interests of our peoples», noted Arkadagly Hero-Serdar in his message. The President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished the Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan good health and great success in his important state duties in the name of peace, well-being, and prosperity for the friendly people of Armenia.&nbsp;

The President of Turkmenistan congratulated Nikol Pashinyan on his re-election as a Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia

A meeting took place in Ashgabat between Ahmet Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and Amer bin Ali Al-Shehri, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Turkmenistan.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Turkmen-Saudi relations, as well as pressing issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation.Particular attention was paid to further strengthening political and diplomatic dialogue, expanding trade and economic ties, and developing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.The parties also exchanged views on cooperation within international organizations, emphasizing the importance of constructive collaboration in multilateral forums. Current issues on the international and regional agenda were also discussed.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed their mutual readiness to continue regular contacts and joint efforts to further strengthen friendly relations between Turkmenistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;

Turkmenistan and Saudi Arabia discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation

On August 12, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to the participants and guests of the scientific and practical conference «Protection of the Caspian Sea Ecosystem: Regional Cooperation and Sustainable Development», held to mark the Caspian Sea Day. The day is celebrated in Turkmenistan at a high level every year on August 12, commemorating the entry into force of the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea.The message notes that the Caspian Sea is widely known as a sea of peace, friendship and goodwill cooperation — a treasure with unique natural features, rich biological diversity, and economic and geopolitical significance that has united the peoples living along its shores, creating conditions for the development of trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties among them.The first Caspian Summit was held in Ashgabat in April 2002 on Turkmenistan's initiative. It became a milestone in cooperation among the Caspian littoral states, paving the way for political dialogue, strengthening mutual trust, determining the legal status of the Caspian Sea, and creating an international legal framework for protecting the marine environment. The message cites the adoption of the Convention on the Legal Status of the Caspian Sea and the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea as a vivid example of effective cooperation among the Caspian states.Turkmenistan attaches special importance to developing international partnership to improve the ecological condition of the Caspian Sea. Its initiatives and efforts in this field were reflected in the first Caspian Environmental Forum, held in 2012 at the National Tourist Zone «Awaza», which contributed to the exchange of experience in protecting the Caspian ecosystem and environment, advancing scientific research, and expanding cooperation between government agencies and international organizations.Turkmenistan has also put forward initiatives for the effective use of the Caspian region's economic potential and for developing partnership in transport and logistics, energy, industry and trade. The first Caspian Economic Forum was held on Turkmenistan's initiative on August 12, 2019, at the National Tourist Zone «Awaza», opening new opportunities for trade and economic ties among the Caspian states; participants discussed prospects for cooperation in transport, energy, investment, tourism and other areas. The sixth Caspian Summit was held in Ashgabat on June 29, 2022, where the high-level meeting identified directions for further cooperation in the political, economic, environmental and humanitarian spheres.The message emphasizes that Turkmenistan is steadily increasing the importance of the Caspian Sea in the international transport system. The modern capabilities of Turkmenbashi International Seaport are helping turn Turkmenistan into one of the key transport and logistics hubs between Europe and Asia, contributing to the expansion of trade and economic ties among the region's states and the development of international transport routes.Global environmental challenges — climate change, protection of water resources, and prevention of marine pollution — require, as the message notes, joint efforts not only from individual states but from the entire international community. Preserving the Caspian Sea's unique ecosystem, biodiversity, and rare species of flora and fauna is among Turkmenistan's priorities, and the country actively cooperates on this with international organizations and states of the Caspian region. The message names the Caspian Ecological Initiative, promoted by Turkmenistan, as an important step in protecting the marine ecosystem, uniting efforts, and preserving this natural heritage for future generations.According to the President, the current conference and other events dedicated to Caspian Sea Day are important for protecting and scientifically studying the sea's natural resources, ensuring a favorable ecological environment, and developing friendly relations among the Caspian states. The President Serdar Berdimuhamedov once again congratulated the participants on the Caspian Sea Day, wishing them good health, family well-being and success in their work.

The President of Turkmenistan congratulates participants in Caspian ecosystem conference

Turkmenistan is paying close attention to the development of its electric power industry: work is underway to ensure reliable, uninterrupted supply to domestic consumers, as well as to increase exports of surplus electricity abroad and expand export destinations. As part of this work, the country has created a unified ring-shaped power grid linking the power systems of the velayats.The Concept for the Development of Turkmenistan's Electric Power Industry for 2013–2020 has been successfully implemented. Work was carried out to link the power systems of the velayats into a ring configuration for mutual backup within the national power grid. Eight gas turbine power plants of varying capacity were built and commissioned within a short time in Ahal, Lebap and Mary velayats. They ensure reliable power supply to consumers, generate environmentally friendly energy, strengthen the reliability of power supply in the regions and create new jobs.Power transmission lines currently operate along the Ashgabat–Mary–Lebap–Dashoguz route, linking the power systems of these regions. Implementation of the ring power grid project along the Ahal–Balkan and Balkan–Dashoguz routes, northwest of Ashgabat, has made it possible to create a unified power system for Turkmenistan, ensuring the distribution of capacity among the velayats and its stable operation.Turkmenistan attaches great importance to international cooperation in electric power with the world's leading countries. The Turkish company «Çalik Enerji Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.» has carried out a number of major energy projects in the country: it built two power plants in Ahal velayat, together with the US company General Electric erected the country's first combined-cycle power plant on the site of the Mary State Power Plant, and built a maintenance and repair center for electrical equipment in the Buzmeyin etrap of the capital. The same company is now building the country's first multifunctional solar-wind power plant in Balkan velayat and has also been tasked with constructing a combined-cycle power plant in Turkmenbashy etrap.The opening of the city of Arkadag has become a powerful driver for developing the country's industrial and innovative economy, and Turkmen entrepreneurs are actively supporting this effort. Turkmenistan's electronics industry is gaining momentum year on year, moving the country to a new technological level and expanding capacity to produce import-substituting and export goods. The electric power industry is also linked to selling electricity on foreign markets, and Turkmenistan is expanding the scale of its international energy cooperation.The development of Turkmenistan's electric power industry is proceeding alongside expanding international cooperation and growing electricity exports abroad, and the sector's growth is helping to strengthen the country's industrial and innovative economy.&nbsp;&nbsp;Source: «Nebit-gaz» newspaper

Turkmenistan's electric power industry continues to develop

Modernizing Turkmenistan's oil and gas complex, expanding its production capacity and strengthening its competitiveness remain among the key directions of the large-scale economic policy pursued by the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. The National Program for the Socio-Economic Development of Turkmenistan for 2022-2052, «Revival of a New Epoch of a Powerful State», and the Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the Socio-Economic Development of the Country in 2022-2028 identify the introduction of digital systems and knowledge-intensive innovative technologies across all sectors of the national economy as an important area of state policy. To make rational use of hydrocarbon resources and improve the efficiency of field development, advanced technical and technological solutions proven in global practice are being successfully introduced in the country's oil and gas industry.Smart well technology is an innovative system that includes a variety of measuring instruments and actuators integrated into well completion equipment, along with a surface digital system. Its main purpose is continuous monitoring of reservoir temperature and pressure and remote flow control without the need for geophysical surveys or workover operations on costly, high-risk wells.The technology's main advantage is a unique method of downhole measurement that requires no electronics: sensitive quartz elements, free of active microchips and semiconductors, are lowered into the wellbore's near-bottomhole zone. All operations are converted into digital signals and transmitted to a surface recording unit, which eliminates thermal degradation of electronics and ensures an equipment service life of more than 10 years.The system includes high-precision quartz pressure and temperature gauges with a measurement range of up to 130 MPa and up to +250°C, a distributed "Termokosa" system with up to 200 modules on a single cable and a resolution better than 0.005°C, as well as compact electric flow-control valves. Valves with an outer diameter of 89 millimeters make it possible to isolate zones in an open hole or in 114-millimeter liners and regulate flow according to a chosen scheme. The surface recording unit operates in a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C and is powered by an autonomous energy supply system based on solar panels and a wind generator.The use of this technology in developing gas and gas condensate fields in Turkmenistan is of strategic importance. Smart well technology makes it possible to identify and isolate watered-out intervals to prevent hydrate formation and well self-killing. It operates reliably under complex high-pressure, high-temperature conditions, ensures autonomous operation at remote desert fields, and allows the drainage profile to be balanced, significantly increasing the ultimate gas recovery factor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Source: «Nebit-gaz» newspaper

Turkmenistan introduces «smart» well technology in oil and gas sector

The year, held under the motto «Independent neutral Turkmenistan − the homeland of purposeful winged horses», marks a new stage in the country's social and economic development. Macroeconomic achievements recorded during the first half of the year, the implementation of major infrastructure projects, and the expansion of international cooperation demonstrate the consistent execution of Turkmenistan's sustainable development strategy.In Turkmen society, the Akhal-Teke horse is regarded not only as a national symbol of pride but also as an embodiment of the country's historical, cultural, and spiritual heritage. For this reason, the image of the swift steed has become a metaphor for Turkmenistan's modern development, representing forward movement, confidence, and a vision for the future. This approach reflects the unity of national values and state policy.Over recent years, large-scale construction projects have been carried out across all regions of Turkmenistan. Alongside new residential districts, educational, healthcare, and cultural facilities, the country has commissioned industrial enterprises for agricultural processing, grain elevators, and water desalination plants. These initiatives contribute not only to strengthening the national economy but also to steadily improving the quality of life for the population.Transport development remains another key pillar of the country's growth strategy. The construction of modern highways and railways, the expansion of international transit corridors, and the enhancement of logistics infrastructure are positioning Turkmenistan as one of Eurasia's important transport and logistics hubs. This creates new opportunities for regional trade and broader economic cooperation.A distinctive feature of Turkmenistan's development model is the adoption of a national motto for each year. Beyond defining the year's guiding theme, it serves as an important mechanism for aligning society with the country's strategic priorities. Independence, permanent neutrality, youth policy, and the promotion of national values remain central elements of public life and state development.International initiatives such as "Dialogue is a Guarantee of Peace" and "Peace Through Development" have become defining features of Turkmenistan's foreign policy. These concepts have gained broad international recognition as effective diplomatic tools for strengthening mutual trust, promoting cooperation, and fostering peace. As a result, Turkmenistan is widely regarded by numerous countries and leading international organizations as a reliable and responsible partner.The energy sector continues to serve as the primary driver of the country's economic growth. With substantial hydrocarbon reserves, Turkmenistan is strengthening its position in global energy markets while placing particular emphasis on diversifying export routes. This strategy is designed to enhance energy security and support long-term international partnerships.One of the most significant pillars of Turkmenistan's energy cooperation is the Turkmenistan–China international gas pipeline. Commissioned in December 2009, the pipeline connected the resources of the world-class Galkynysh gas field with international markets. Since then, energy cooperation between the two countries has continued to expand, becoming a strategically important component of regional energy security.At the same time, Turkmenistan continues extensive work on developing new oil and gas fields, constructing modern gas transportation infrastructure, and expanding export routes. Diversifying pathways for delivering energy resources to global markets remains one of the country's key long-term economic priorities.Another project of strategic importance is the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline. The full implementation of this major regional energy initiative is expected not only to expand exports of Turkmen natural gas but also to accelerate economic growth, create new jobs, and improve living standards across all participating countries.Turkmenistan's current development strategy integrates economic modernization, advanced infrastructure development, energy diplomacy, and the promotion of peaceful international cooperation into a unified framework. Through this approach, the country continues to strengthen its sustainable development model while aligning national priorities with active engagement in the international community.Muhammetmyrat AtagarryyevChief Specialist of the General Department of the «Turkmennebit» State Concern Chairman of the Primary Party Organization of the «Turkmennebit» State Concern of the Democratic Party of Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan's energy strategy and the path of dynamic development

A meeting was held in Ashgabat between a delegation of the leadership of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment and representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, at whose official invitation the Afghan delegation visited the Turkmen capital. Among the areas of cooperation between the private sectors of the two countries, ACCI Deputy for Provincial Affairs Faiz Ahmad Hawafi placed the oil and gas industry and energy sector first.Faiz Ahmad Hawafi took part in an official meeting at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, where he addressed representatives of the chamber, Turkmen traders, industrialists and investors. The purpose of the visit was named as expanding trade and economic ties and strengthening regional cooperation between the two countries.Speaking about the historical friendly and economic ties between the two countries, Faiz Ahmad Hawafi emphasized that trade relations between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan should go beyond ordinary buying and selling and move toward joint investments, the establishment of joint ventures, the conclusion of long-term contracts, and the implementation of practical economic projects. In addition to the oil and gas industry and energy, among the key areas of cooperation he named industry, the mining sector, agriculture, transport, railways, transit, logistics, and warehousing.During the meeting, Faiz Ahmad Hawafi officially invited 100 Turkmen traders, industrialists, and investors to visit Afghanistan as part of an economic delegation and to personally familiarize themselves with the country's investment opportunities.Concluding his remarks, he noted the need to expand direct business contacts between companies of the two countries, exchange trade delegations, and provide practical support for joint projects.

Ashgabat discusses Turkmenistan-Afghanistan cooperation in the oil and gas sector

Oil and gas production in Turkmenistan has traditionally been linked to the Middle Pliocene sedimentary complex, known as the red-bed sequence. In recent years, however, Mesozoic deposits have grown increasingly significant, seen as a promising direction for expanding the country's resource base.This is based primarily on oil inflows recorded in Upper Cretaceous deposits of the Kura Depression and the North Absheron fold zone, as well as in Cretaceous and Jurassic deposits at the Oymasha field in Kazakhstan. In addition, deep drilling at a number of sites in South-Western Turkmenistan has revealed significant oil and gas indications within Mesozoic deposits.On the onshore part of South-Western Turkmenistan, more than 70 percent of initial total oil reserves have been explored in Pliocene deposits, while Mesozoic deposits currently account for about 60 percent of predicted hydrocarbon reserves. These figures point to the need to expand geological exploration in the near term — a significant reserve for increasing the country's resource base.According to geophysical surveys, the thickness of Mesozoic deposits within the West Turkmen Depression is at least 10-12 kilometers, indicating a high rate of sediment accumulation. A direct link has been established between the distribution of deposit thickness and the location of oil-bearing facies: oil-bearing areas of the basin coincide with zones of thick sediment accumulation and areas of prolonged, rapid crustal subsidence. Rapid subsidence of deposits raises pressure and temperature — one of the key conditions for oil formation.This depression remains Turkmenistan's largest and only oil and gas producing region, hosting numerous oil and gas fields in Cenozoic deposits. Scientists believe hydrocarbons formed mainly in the deeper-lying Mesozoic deposits, migrating to upper horizons through faults, fractures and mud volcano channels.Mesozoic deposits accumulated amid prolonged, steady basin subsidence under reducing or weakly reducing geochemical conditions, as indicated by the lithofacies characteristics of the section and the substantial thickness of the deposits. Similar geostructural and facies conditions have been noted in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Iran and other nearby oil and gas regions, where major oil fields are associated with internal geosynclinal and foothill depressions.Further evidence of the promise of Mesozoic deposits comes from tests at well No. 23 at the Garadepe field, which showed signs of oil and gas presence. Thick reservoir layers have also been noted in Lower Cretaceous and Jurassic deposits, overlain by clay rock sequences of Upper Cretaceous, Paleogene and Miocene deposits. In terms of lithological composition and reservoir properties, carbonate rocks predominate in Neocomian and Upper Jurassic deposits, allowing them to be classified as a single Neocomian-Upper Jurassic lithologic-stratigraphic complex promising for hydrocarbon exploration.&nbsp;&nbsp;Source: «Nebit-gaz» newspaper

Turkmenistan names Mesozoic deposits a promising reserve for boosting oil and gas production

A meeting was held at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Kazakhstan with member of the Council of Senators, honorary elder-aksakal Omurzak Ozganbayev.At the beginning of the meeting, the honorary elder warmly recalled his visit to Ashgabat, where he took part in the 15th meeting of the Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), held on March 11–13, 2024 under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan.Omurzak Ozganbayev noted the high level of organization of this event, traditional Turkmen hospitality, and emphasized that the meetings held in the Turkmen capital made a significant contribution to further strengthening cooperation between the Turkic states and left the most favorable impressions.During the conversation, the parties exchanged views regarding the upcoming session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, to be held in Ashgabat on September 23, 2026.The meeting also noted that on August 23, 2026, elections of deputies to the Kurultai will be held in the Republic of Kazakhstan, which is intended to become an important social and political institution ensuring the participation of representatives of society and the older generation in discussing matters of nationwide significance.The participants of the meeting emphasized that, despite the peculiarities of the state structure of the two countries, the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and the new state body Halyk Kenesi (People's Council of Kazakhstan) share a common historical and cultural foundation rooted in the ancient traditions of the Turkic peoples. In these traditions, councils of elders and popular assemblies held a special place in making decisions of fateful significance, strengthening social accord, and preserving national values.At the conclusion of the meeting, Omurzak Ozganbayev noted that the upcoming session of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan will become an important stage in the further development of the country, the strengthening of national unity, and the implementation of strategic tasks aimed at ensuring the sustainable and progressive development of Turkmenistan.

Astana hosts talks on upcoming session of Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan

During a working visit to Afghanistan on August 10, National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov held talks with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Afghanistan for Economic Affairs Abdul Ghani Baradar. The parties discussed cooperation in the fuel and energy sector, in particular the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, as well as the development of transport and power infrastructure.The talks emphasized that Turkmenistan and Afghanistan are steadily strengthening multifaceted cooperation based on good-neighborliness and mutual benefit. The gas sector was named one of the key areas of partnership, with major infrastructure projects of international significance underway. Afghanistan's Herat province plays a significant role as an important transit hub.The resource base for the TAPI pipeline is the «Galkynyş» field, Turkmenistan's largest natural gas deposit by reserves and the project's main source of supply. TAPI was described as a transnational project aimed at diversifying Turkmenistan's fuel and energy sector.Abdul Ghani Baradar noted that trade and economic relations between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan are steadily developing on the basis of good-neighborliness, with the TAPI gas pipeline, the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan power transmission line and a fiber-optic communication line occupying a key place among joint projects. He said the implementation of these projects would bring conveniences for the Afghan population in terms of energy supply, create new jobs, and provide Afghan investors with conditions for generating electricity from natural gas.Abdul Ghani Baradar emphasized the need to establish a joint mechanism for regular interaction between the relevant agencies of the two countries to advance work on the TAPI project, and stated the Afghan side's interest in studying Turkmenistan's experience in training specialists for the gas sector.Cooperation in the power sector, it was noted, is aimed at modernizing the relevant infrastructure and ensuring stable electricity supply to Afghanistan's regions. The initiative to build the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan power transmission line and the fiber-optic communication line belongs to Turkmenistan; its implementation will help develop digital cooperation and electronic information links between the two countries.Separately noted were the opportunities available to the Herat province: supplies of natural gas and electricity from Turkmenistan open prospects for accelerating the development of major industrial zones in the province, which is important for creating new jobs and ensuring welfare in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

Turkmenistan and Afghanistan discuss energy cooperation strategy for TAPI project

On August 10, the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov proposed establishing a Turkmen-Afghan economic cooperation commission during talks with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Afghanistan for Economic Affairs Abdul Ghani Baradar. The initiative was raised in the context of discussions on joint projects and the need to strengthen the legal framework of bilateral cooperation.The talks were held in Afghanistan during the working visit of the Hero-Arkadag. The two sides noted broad prospects for expanding contacts in the cultural, humanitarian, scientific and educational spheres.As reported, the talks covered increasing the number of Afghan students studying in Turkmenistan, as well as training qualified specialists, including those employed in the gas industry as part of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project. It was noted that Afghan students are already studying at Turkmenistan's higher education institutions, exemplifying cooperation in the field of education.The National Leader of the Turkmen People confirmed Turkmenistan's readiness to consider the Afghan side's proposals and noted that the country supports further development of mutually beneficial partnership with Afghanistan.

The National Leader of the Turkmen People proposes Turkmen-Afghan economic cooperation commission

The State concern «Türkmengaz» and the Gas State Corporation of Afghanistan «Afghan Gas» have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the supply of Turkmen gas to Afghanistan's Herat province. The document provides for joint work to build gas infrastructure in the province and to supply Turkmen gas to industrial enterprises, power plants and the local population.The signing ceremony took place on August 10 in the «Islim-Çeşme» border zone near the city of Serhetabat, Tagtabazar etrap, during a working visit to Afghanistan by the National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The visit was preceded by bilateral talks between the Hero-Arkadag and the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for Economic Affairs of Afghanistan Abdul Ghani Baradar.Abdul Ghani Baradar noted that the good-neighborly relations between Turkmenistan and Afghanistan are rooted in the close historical ties between the two peoples and their shared cultural and spiritual values. He highlighted Turkmenistan's peaceful foreign policy, which contributes to sustainable development in the region, and expressed gratitude for the regular humanitarian assistance of Turkmenistan to the Afghan people. The National Leader of the Turkmen People, in turn, noted that Turkmenistan, drawing on its status of permanent neutrality, recognized three times by the United Nations, stands for peace and sustainable development in the region, and confirmed its readiness to expand cooperation with Afghanistan.As noted at the ceremony, the TAPI (Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India) gas pipeline and its Serhetabat–Herat section, known as «Arkadagyň ak ýoly» («Arkadag's White Path»), is a symbol of Turkmen-Afghan good-neighborliness. About 300 units of modern specialized equipment are being used to complete construction of this section.Following the ceremony, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan and the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for Economic Affairs of Afghanistan took part in a festive sadaqa held on the occasion of the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding.

Turkmenistan and Afghanistan sign memorandum on gas supplies to Herat

Production well A8 at the «Magtymguly» gas field in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea has yielded an industrial flow of more than 1.3 million cubic meters of natural gas and about 130 tons of gas condensate per day. This was reported by state media of Turkmenistan on Monday.Well A8 was drilled in the Toplum-1 contract area to a depth of 4,981 meters. Development work at the well is currently underway at an initial stage, with output expected to increase in the future.The work is being carried out under a Production Sharing Agreement between Malaysia's «PETRONAS Carigali Sdn. Bhd.» and the State concern «Türkmennebit». Particular attention is being paid to international cooperation in developing licensed offshore blocks in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea.Over the past 30 years, five modern platforms have been built in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea and its coastal zone, and about 40 exploration, appraisal and production wells have been drilled. Joint operations in the Caspian Sea have produced more than 44 billion cubic meters of gas and 16 million tons of liquid hydrocarbons.The new stage of cooperation envisages development of offshore blocks No. 19 and No. 20 in the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea, as well as 2D seismic surveys at blocks No. 11, 12, 13 and 14.

Well A8 yields industrial gas flow at «Magtymguly» field in Turkmen Caspian sector

The Information and Analysis Center of the Scientific Research Institute of Natural Gas at the State concern «Türkmengaz» held a series of online training sessions on modern methods of monitoring and verifying greenhouse gas emissions using satellite technology. The event was organized as part of the Global Methane Pledge.The training brought together leading specialists from the «Döwletabatgazçykaryş», «Marygazçykaryş», «Lebapgazçykaryş» production departments, a liquefied gas production enterprise, and the «Türkmengazakdyryş» association.The program covered key scientific and technical aspects of environmental monitoring. Participants learned about the physical principles of satellite sensing and spectrometry, mathematical algorithms for determining gas concentrations, and methods for assessing data accuracy. Special attention was given to international standards, including IMEO's Methane Alert and Response System (MARS), validation standards, and the regulatory frameworks of OGMP 2.0 and the European Union. The practical part addressed the physical and chemical profile of methane, leakage mechanisms in the oil and gas sector, ways to reduce them, and the Roadmap for Emission Reduction by 2030.Training participants exchanged experience in a question-and-answer format, discussing the introduction of advanced digital tools to improve the accuracy of environmental monitoring at the country's gas industry facilities.

Turkmenistan trains gas sector specialists in satellite methane emission monitoring

The «Lebapgazçykaryş» department of the State concern «Türkmengaz» has summed up the results of the first half of the anniversary Year of Independence, exceeding its natural gas production plan. Instead of the targeted 4.472 billion cubic meters, the department's enterprises extracted 4.966 billion cubic meters of «blue fuel» from the subsoil, fulfilling the plan at 111.1%.All key units of the department showed strong performance. The North-Balguýy linear production site produced 685 million cubic meters of gas against a target of 622.7 million cubic meters (110%). The Naýyp site extracted 193 million cubic meters against a planned 181.2 million cubic meters (106.5%). The department's largest unit, the Kükürtli site, surpassed the 4 billion cubic meter mark against a plan of 3.6681 billion cubic meters, fulfilling the plan at 111.5% and setting the overall pace for the department.Positive dynamics were also recorded in raw material processing: since the start of the year, the enterprise has produced 16,768 tons of gas condensate against a plan of 13,421 tons, fulfilling the plan at 124.9%.The department's primary trade union organization plays an important role in the life of the workforce, carrying out systematic work to create safe and comfortable working conditions, protect workers' rights, and organize cultural, educational and sports events.In the second half of the anniversary year, the «Lebapgazçykaryş» workforce aims to consolidate the results achieved and meet its annual targets.&nbsp;

The «Lebapgazçykaryş» department in Turkmenistan exceeded its gas production target for the first half of the year

At the auction held last week at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan, products from the country’s oil and gas sector were in high demand on the domestic market.Representatives of Turkmenistan’s business community concluded deals with the State concern «Türkmennebit» for the purchase of «BND 60/90» grade viscous road bitumen, «TPP D 30 S» grade polypropylene, and crude oil coke.Additionally, during trading sessions held last week at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan, deals were concluded on the domestic market for the purchase of unbleached fabric and raw silk.On the foreign market, cotton yarn and concentrated licorice root extract were sold. These were purchased by Turkish and Serbian businesspeople.&nbsp;

Products from the oil, gas, and textile sectors were sold at Turkmenistan’s Commodity Exchange

First- and second-year students of the Mary Oil and Gas Secondary Vocational School under the State concern «Türkmengaz» successfully completed academic and practical training at the concern's facilities this academic year. The sessions were conducted under the guidance of instructors and with the involvement of experienced industry specialists.First-year students majoring in «Automation and Relay Protection of Electric Power Systems», and «Installation and Technical Operation of Industrial Equipment», mastered software control of AC and DC electrical equipment at automated units, as well as digital control technologies for modern automatic systems from leading global manufacturers.Second-year students majoring in «Construction and Operation of Oil and Gas Pipelines and Storage Facilities» completed their training at the «Şatlyk» compressor station of the «Türkmengazakdyryş» production association, located on the Döwletabat–Derýalyk trunk gas pipeline. Mentors introduced the students to the operating principles of gas-compressor units and to methods of monitoring natural gas quality in the chemical laboratory. At this facility, natural gas from the «Galkynyş» and «Döwletabat» fields is cooled and, under high pressure, pumped along the pipeline to the Garagum compressor station. The future specialists studied the production cycle, equipment specifications, the work of gas industry personnel, and the process of transporting raw material for export.According to Garry Agageldyyev, deputy director for practical training, students majoring in «Development of Oil and Gas Fields», «Major Overhaul of Oil and Gas Wells», «Exploration and Operation of Oil and Gas Fields», and «Instrumentation and Automation» completed their training at the facilities of the «Marygazçykaryş» and «Türkmengazawtomatika» departments and other divisions of the concern. He said the academic and production program was fulfilled in full, and that the smooth organization and effective progress of the training was ensured by department heads Nagmatmyrat Babekov, Serdar Orazdurdyyev, Selbi Yagmyrova, and the teaching staff.

In Mary, students of the Oil and Gas Secondary Vocational School completed internships at the facilities of the State concern «Türkmengaz»

On August 7, a meeting was held in Ashgabat between Mahri Bashimova, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, and Christine Hawkins, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the United States of America in Turkmenistan.The parties discussed current issues of Turkmen-American cooperation and explored prospects for further collaboration in areas of mutual interest. In this context, particular attention was paid to cooperation within international organizations, primarily the United Nations.They exchanged views on priority areas of bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian sphere, including the intensification of educational and sports exchanges and the implementation of joint projects and programs.During the meeting, issues related to the organization of upcoming joint events were also discussed.At the conclusion of the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to continue maintaining regular dialogue and developing constructive cooperation on a wide range of issues on the bilateral and multilateral agenda.

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