Port & Corridor Finance: The U.S. DFC has approved a second USD 25 million loan for Pace Group to build a new berth at Georgia’s New Sea Port of Poti, aiming to add 1 million tonnes of bulk cargo capacity and support the Middle Corridor. Aviation Logistics: Air Belgium plans to launch cargo flights via Ashgabat International Airport in early August, with talks focused on refueling and technical support to boost Turkmenistan’s air-freight connectivity. Energy Digitalization: Turkmenistan is rolling out AI and digital tools across oil and gas—from “smart fields” and “smart wells” to refinery automation and predictive maintenance—under its 2030 strategy. Trade & Transport Growth: Rail freight between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan jumped 31% in Q1 2026 and is up even more in early 2026, reflecting corridor upgrades and incentives. Agro-Industry Output: Wheat harvesting is accelerating in Lebap and Mary, with flour and pasta plants running around the clock and grain reception points expanded to handle higher volumes. Regional Development Finance: Turkmenistan is preparing a new package of agreements with the EBRD covering fuel and energy, transport and logistics, environmental protection, and banking. Science for Agriculture: A new electronic journal, “Agroinnovation in Turkmenistan,” is set to launch to share research and advanced practices in the agro-industrial sector. TAPI Pipeline Progress: Officials report rapid construction progress on the TAPI gas pipeline toward Herat, with pipe-laying and route preparation advancing toward a six-month target for delivery to the industrial park.