Logistics Growth: Turkmenistan’s cargo turnover through border checkpoints topped 10.5 million tons in the first half of 2026, up 10% year-on-year, with transit volumes rising 15% to 3.5 million tons as upgraded digital customs systems speed clearance. Digital Talent Push: The Cabinet approved preparations for the «Digital Solution – 2026» competition, targeting young software innovators across AI, robotics, smart agriculture, and smart city solutions, with results to be showcased at «Türkmentel – 2026». Trade Council Prep: Ashgabat is gearing up for the second Turkmen-Tajik Business Council in Dushanbe, aiming to expand and diversify bilateral trade with a planned Turkmen delegation and a structured agenda. Water & Industry Resilience: New water management facilities were commissioned in Ahal Velayat and Ashgabat, while UNDP-backed solar power was installed at Yoloten hospital to keep critical services running during outages. Agribusiness Finance: Dayhanbank outlined ongoing state-backed credit and procurement mechanisms supporting tenant farmers, including wheat procurement pricing and settlement practices. Education & Skills: Three Turkmen universities entered THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, highlighting progress tied to multiple UN SDGs, including industry and infrastructure.