TAPI Pipeline Push: Turkmenistan reviewed progress on the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline, urging faster work on the Serhetabat–Herat section and stressing international standards, alongside plans to expand exploration, drilling and output. Energy Diplomacy: Malaysia said it is diversifying gas and energy supply options and will assess any Turkmenistan gas-field ventures on commercial merit, as it seeks stronger energy security. Regional Energy Corridors: Russia and Iran confirmed Azerbaijan as the preferred transit route for Russian gas exports to Iran, reviving a Soviet-era corridor concept and reshaping Eurasian energy geography after the Ukraine war. Central Asia Industry Outlook: Turkmenistan reported 6.3% GDP growth in the first half of 2026, with fuel and energy still central, while construction and trade also posted gains. Agriculture in Dashoguz: Sesame cultivation expanded to 560 hectares, with farmers harvesting about 10 centners per hectare annually. Health Programme Planning: UNFPA and Turkmenistan’s healthcare ministry drafted a roadmap for “Healthy Mother – Healthy Child – Healthy Future” for 2026–2030, focusing on maternal and child health indicators and system capacity. Logistics & Investment: Turkmenistan and the EBRD discussed deepening cooperation on transport corridors and green energy/water management, while preparations for TIF 2026 in Ashgabat (Oct 1–2) highlight investment priorities across energy, transport, digital and agriculture.