AGP Executive Report

TAPI Progress: Taliban officials say construction of the Herat section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline is past the halfway mark, with 52% complete and 80 km of pipe laid, while Turkmenistan-linked plans target finishing the full 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Oil & Gas Procurement: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov authorized Türkmengaz to buy steel pipes from China’s Julong Steel Pipe and Türkmennebit to procure casing and drill pipes from Wuxi SP. Steel Tube Manufacturing, aiming to keep exploration and drilling moving. Energy Infrastructure Policy: A new presidential procedure updates tender rules for transport and communications sector procurement, tightening how ministries and agencies buy goods and services. Industrial Cooperation (Europe): Turkmenistan and Slovakia are setting up a Joint Economic Cooperation Commission, with an inaugural focus spanning trade, energy, construction, transport, IT, agriculture and healthcare. Turkmen–Austria Business Talks: The 13th Joint Turkmen–Austrian Commission meeting in Ashgabat reviewed implementation of prior deals and flagged new vectors in industrial tech, energy, waste management, construction, transport, services, pharma, agriculture and processing. Textile & Craft Industry: Turkmen carpet maker “El Darak” and the National Museum of Turkmen Carpets unveiled a hand-woven Pushkin fairy-tale design as cultural diplomacy with Russia. Science & Skills: On Science Day, Berdimuhamedov received academic titles in economics and political sciences, while diplomas were awarded to newly recognized researchers.

TAPI Pipeline Push: Taliban officials say construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline in Herat has hit 52% completion, with 80 km laid and 72.3 km of pipe delivered from Turkmenistan; Turkmen officials reportedly aim to finish the full 130-km Herat segment by end-2026, supporting transit revenues and regional energy cooperation. Oil & Gas Procurement: Turkmenistan’s President authorized Türkmengaz to buy steel pipes from China’s Julong Steel Pipe and Türkmennebit to procure casing and drill pipes from Wuxi SP. Steel Tube Manufacturing, backing continued drilling and exploration. EU-Linked Economic Talks: Turkmenistan and Slovakia are setting up a Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation, with the inaugural meeting expected to cover trade, energy, construction, transport, IT, agriculture, and healthcare. Austria Business Expansion: The 13th Turkmen–Austrian Joint Commission meeting in Ashgabat reviewed implementation of prior deals and explored new cooperation in industrial tech, energy, waste management, construction/transport, pharma, and agri-processing. Science & Industry Talent: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov was awarded professor and elected academician in economic and political sciences ahead of Science Day, while diplomas were presented to newly awarded researchers—another signal of state focus on innovation and workforce development.

Oil & Gas Procurement: Turkmenistan’s Türkmengaz and Türkmennebit have been authorized to buy steel pipes, casing and drill pipes from Chinese suppliers to keep oil and gas construction, drilling and exploratory work moving. Energy Diplomacy: Turkmenistan and Slovakia are setting up a Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation, with the inaugural session expected to cover trade, energy, construction, transport, IT, agriculture and more. European Industry Ties: The 13th Turkmen-Austrian Joint Commission met in Ashgabat, reviewing implementation of prior deals and mapping new cooperation in innovative industrial tech, energy, environmental projects, waste management, construction, transport, services, healthcare, pharma, agriculture and processing. Pipeline Progress (Regional Connectivity): TAPI construction in Afghanistan’s Herat province has reached 52% completion, with 80 km laid and more pipe transport from Turkmenistan reported, targeting completion of the Herat segment by end-2026. Science & Human Capital: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with international events and recognition for young researchers, reinforcing the push to link research with industrial modernization. Textile Trade Link: ITM 2026 in Istanbul drew strong international interest, including visitors from Turkmenistan, as machinery makers showcased production-ready solutions and sought new investment deals.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials say the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline in Herat is 52% complete, with 80 km laid and 72.3 km of pipe transported to the site; Turkmenistan-backed plans target finishing the full 130 km segment by end-2026, with service roads and burial preparations also underway. Energy Diplomacy: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim links continued oil and gas access to political stability and says Turkmenistan has signaled willingness to collaborate with Petronas on operating a major gas field. Turkmen-Austrian Business Talks: Turkmenistan and Austria held their 13th Joint Economic Commission meeting and discussed expanding cooperation across energy, environmental projects, waste management, construction, transport, services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Oil & Gas Procurement: Turkmenistan’s leadership authorized state concerns Türkmengaz and Türkmennebit to sign China contracts for steel pipes and casing/drill pipes needed for oil and gas construction and drilling. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with an international conference and state recognition of top researchers, reinforcing a push to link scientific work with industrial modernization. Regional Critical Minerals Push: The U.S. held a C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue in Astana, aiming to deepen supply-chain partnerships across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials say construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline in Herat has hit 52% completion, with 80 km of pipe laid and 72.3 km of materials transported from Turkmenistan; authorities expect the 130-km Herat segment to be finished by end-2026, then move to the next phase. Energy Diplomacy: Turkmenistan and Austria held their 13th Joint Economic Commission meeting in Ashgabat, reviewing implementation of prior deals and discussing expansion into innovative industrial technologies, energy, environmental and waste projects, construction/transport, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, plus agriculture and processing. Oil & Gas Contracts: Turkmenistan’s President signed resolutions authorizing state concerns Türkmengaz and Türkmennebit to contract Chinese suppliers for steel pipes and casing/drill pipes needed for oil and gas operations. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with an international conference and state recognition of scientific leadership, including President Serdar Berdimuhamedov being awarded academic titles in economics and political sciences and election as an academician—signals aimed at boosting innovation and industry-linked research. Critical Minerals Push: The U.S. held its first in-person C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue in Astana, pressing for Central Asia critical-minerals cooperation and supply-chain security, with a focus on moving from extraction to processing and industrial value creation.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials say the Herat section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline is 52% complete, with 80 km laid and 72.3 km of pipe transported from Turkmenistan; Turkmen officials reportedly aim to finish the full 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Energy Diplomacy: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim said political stability and close ties help secure oil and gas cooperation, citing Turkmenistan’s willingness to work with Petronas on a major gas field. Turkmen-Austria Business Talks: Turkmenistan and Austria held the 13th Joint Economic Commission meeting in Ashgabat, reviewing implementation and discussing expansion across energy, environmental projects, waste management, construction, transport, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Oil & Gas Accountability: A new IEA methane report uses satellite-based machine processing to revise self-reported leak figures, tightening how energy-sector methane is graded from 2027. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with an international conference and recognition of young researchers, while the president was awarded academic titles in economics and political sciences. Agrifood Focus: FAO and GEF highlighted agrifood projects in Central Asia aimed at boosting food production while supporting climate and biodiversity goals.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials say construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline in Herat has passed the halfway mark, with 52% complete and about 80 km laid so far; Turkmenistan officials reportedly assured the full 130-km Herat segment will be finished by end-2026, with further underground burial and service-road work underway. Energy Supply Deals: Turkmenistan’s state firms are authorized to contract with Chinese pipe suppliers for oil-and-gas infrastructure needs, signaling continued focus on materials procurement for drilling and construction. Turkmenistan–Austria Business Push: Ashgabat and Vienna held the 13th Turkmen-Austrian Joint Commission meeting, reviewing implementation of prior agreements and discussing expansion across energy, environmental projects, waste management, construction/transport, healthcare/pharma, and agriculture processing. U.S. Critical Minerals Drive: The U.S. held an in-person C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue in Astana, aiming to shift from raw exports toward processing and supply-chain integration, with Turkmenistan included among the five Central Asian partners. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with events and leadership messages backing innovation and youth research, reinforcing the push to link scientific output to industrial modernization.

TAPI Pipeline Update: Construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline in Herat has reached 52% completion, with 80 km of pipe laid and 72.3 km of materials delivered from Turkmenistan; officials say the 130-km Herat segment is targeted for completion by end-2026, with work then set to move onward. Critical Minerals Push: The U.S. held its first in-person C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue in Astana, aiming to reduce dependence on China by moving tentative financing and cooperation plans toward implementation across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with major events, including the President being elected an academician and awarded professor status in economics and political sciences, alongside diploma presentations for top researchers—framing science as a direct driver for innovation and industrial progress. Agrifood & Climate Work: FAO and the GEF highlighted agrifood projects across Central Asia and beyond that link farming with climate, biodiversity and land restoration goals, stressing policy support and farmer adoption. Energy Market Signals: Malaysia’s energy ministry said El Niño could cut crop yields by 8–10% this year and noted a long-term hydrocarbons cooperation agreement with Turkmenistan is expected on June 19.

TAPI Pipeline Push: Taliban officials say construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline in Herat has crossed the halfway mark, with 52% complete and about 80 km of pipe laid so far; crews have also prepared land and service roads, while Turkmen officials reportedly assured completion of the full 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Science & Industry Skills: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with a major push on innovation and youth research, as President Serdar Berdimuhamedov highlighted science’s role in driving industrial progress and competitiveness. Energy Diplomacy: Malaysia is expected to sign a long-term hydrocarbons cooperation agreement with Turkmenistan on June 19, as officials link the deal to strengthening energy supply chains. Critical Minerals Drive: The U.S. hosted the C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue in Astana, stressing “win-win” partnerships and moving beyond raw exports toward processing and higher-value industry—an approach echoed by regional strategies. Power Sector Training: Dispatchers from Turkmenenergo and other regional utilities completed training in Tashkent on power system dispatch management, focused on balancing growing renewable generation. Agriculture Trade Signals: Kazakhstan reported rising grain and flour exports to Afghanistan and also higher shipments to Turkmenistan, pointing to steady demand and functioning southern logistics routes.

TAPI Pipeline Push: Taliban officials say construction on the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline’s Herat section is past the halfway mark, with 52% complete and 80 km laid so far; Turkmenistan-backed plans target finishing the full 130-km Herat segment by end-2026, alongside continued road building and supply deliveries. Energy Deals & Diplomacy: Malaysia is expected to sign a long-term hydrocarbons cooperation agreement with Turkmenistan on June 19, while Turkmenistan also held talks with Austria ahead of the 13th session of the Turkmen-Austrian trade commission in Ashgabat. Renewables Grid Warning: A new Eurasian Development Bank report flags that Central Asia’s fast solar rollout could raise electricity costs and systemic risks unless grid, storage, and market reforms keep pace. Food & Farming: Turkmenistan’s grain harvest kicked off in Dashoguz and Balkan velayats, with state priorities focused on boosting yields and food security; meanwhile Kazakhstan’s grain and flour exports rose 13% year-on-year, with shipments to Turkmenistan up 44%. Textiles: Turkmen textile enterprises launched premium gift bedding sets featuring “heavenly horses,” using 3D coupon-print technology.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials in Herat say the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline is 52% complete, with 80 km of pipe installed and 126 km of corridor prepared; Turkmenistan-backed assurances point to finishing the 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Grain & Food Security: Harvest has started in Dashoguz and Balkan velayats, while Mary velayat is tasked with boosting sugar beet output via scientifically based crop rotation. Regional Health & Food Systems: Ashgabat hosted the EU-backed One Health regional secretariat setup under the One Health for Pandemic Prevention, Food Systems Resilience, and Ecosystem Health program, coordinating zoonotic disease, AMR, and food safety work across Central Asia. Textile Industry Push: Turkmen textile enterprises rolled out premium “heavenly horses” gift bedding sets using 3D coupon-print technology, alongside broader textile trade momentum. Logistics & Trade Links: Mongolia discussed new transport flows with Turkmenistan and Tajikistan, while the Trans-Caspian Forum in Washington highlighted the Middle Corridor’s connectivity and industrial AI themes. Critical Minerals Talks: The U.S. launched another C5+1 critical minerals dialogue in Astana, including Turkmenistan, focusing on exploration, processing, and supply chains. Drug Action Programme: CADAP 8 began a needs assessment workshop in Ashgabat to shape the next phase of drug supply-and-demand cooperation.

TAPI Progress in Herat: Taliban officials say the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline’s Herat section is 52% complete, with 80 km of pipe laid, 36.3 km already buried, 126 km of corridor prepared, and 72.3 km of materials delivered—Turkmenistan-backed plans target finishing the 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Energy Diplomacy for Afghanistan: Turkmenistan used a UN Security Council briefing to argue that Afghanistan’s stability needs economic recovery and infrastructure, highlighting TAPI, TAP power transmission, and expanded rail/transport links as drivers of jobs and transit revenues. China Leads Investment Push: The Eurasian Development Bank reports China has overtaken Russia as Central Asia’s top foreign investor, with major capital flowing into Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan—pointing to a $9.4bn Turkmenistan oil field run by CNPC. Textile Tech Partnership: Korea and Turkmenistan are deepening textile ties via a technical seminar focused on bringing Korean machinery and know-how to Turkmen cotton and boosting industrial integration. Logistics and Transit Options: Kazakhstan and Russia plan a Caspian ferry route for trucks to reroute cargo flows toward the Kuryk–Makhachkala line, adding a new transit alternative that complements the Middle Corridor. Critical Minerals Talks: The U.S. launched another C5+1 critical minerals dialogue round in Astana, covering exploration, mining processing, and supply chains with participation including Turkmenistan. Water-Land Cooperation: A GEF-backed Central Asia Water and Land Nexus program moved into implementation, uniting five countries (including Turkmenistan) to tackle shrinking rivers and land degradation affecting about 60 million people.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Construction on the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline’s Herat section has hit 52% completion, with 80 km of pipe laid and 126 km of corridor prepared; officials say the 130-km Herat segment is targeted for completion by end-2026, while additional equipment deliveries are ongoing. Water-Land Cooperation: Central Asia’s CAWLN water-land nexus program moved into implementation under the GEF, bringing Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan together to tackle shrinking rivers, land degradation and rising temperatures affecting about 60 million people. Transport & Logistics Links: Mongolia is looking to expand transport and logistics cooperation with Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, including new Eurasian connectivity ideas spanning rail, road and civil aviation. IMF Consultations in Ashgabat: An IMF Article IV mission met Turkmenistan officials to discuss macroeconomic policy, financial-system strengthening, export-route diversification, transport/logistics modernization and WTO accession steps. Textile Tech Push: Italy’s textile machinery industry is actively courting Turkmenistan’s textile upgrade plans, citing demand for specialized equipment as Ashgabat works toward a more integrated domestic textile supply chain. New Cement Capacity: Turkmenistan plans to commission a 1 million-ton cement plant in Baharden (Ahal) this year to support construction materials demand.

TAPI Pipeline Progress: Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India gas pipeline works in Herat have hit 52% completion, with 80 km of pipe laid, 36.3 km already buried, 126 km of corridor prepared, and 72.3 km of pipes delivered—Turkmen officials reportedly target finishing the full 130 km Herat segment by end-2026. IMF Consultations in Ashgabat: An IMF Article IV mission met Turkmenistan’s foreign ministry leadership to discuss macroeconomic policy, sustainable development, and strengthening the financial system, with emphasis on export-route diversification and modernizing transport and logistics; talks also covered WTO accession and statistical reforms. Central Asia Water Push: The GEF-backed CAWLN Water-Land Nexus program moved into implementation, uniting Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan to tackle water stress and land degradation affecting about 60 million people. Textile Tech Spotlight: ITM 2026 opened in Turkey with record international participation, signaling strong demand for textile machinery and technical textiles—relevant for regional supply chains. North-South Logistics Boost: Azerbaijan’s western North-South corridor checkpoints’ capacity rose fivefold to 1,900 trucks/day, supporting faster cargo flows and linking to plans for Rasht–Astara rail connectivity. Construction Materials: Turkmenistan plans to commission a 1Mta cement plant in Baharden (Ahal) this year to expand domestic construction supply.

IMF Talks in Ashgabat: A June 8 meeting at Turkmenistan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry brought together Deputy FM Serdar Muhammetdurdyev and an IMF delegation for Article IV consultations, focusing on macroeconomic policy, sustainable development, and strengthening the financial system, with emphasis on export-route diversification and upgrading transport and logistics, plus Turkmenistan’s WTO accession work and statistical modernization. Construction Materials Push: Turkmenistan plans to commission a new 1Mta cement plant in Baharden (Ahal) this year, aimed at boosting domestic construction supply with modern production tech. Textile Tech Partnerships: Italian textile machinery firms are targeting Turkmenistan’s cotton-driven textile expansion, with participation in Türkmentextile Expo 2026 and reported 2023 export performance of €13m, as demand shifts toward specialized equipment. Environment Day Conference: Ashgabat hosted World Environment Day events and a scientific-practical conference on environmental well-being and international cooperation, highlighting state environmental policy and biodiversity-focused initiatives. Caspian Water Stress: UNEP warns the Caspian Sea could significantly shallow over the next 50 years due to climate-driven evaporation, threatening biodiversity, ports, shipping, fisheries, and tourism across five coastal states including Turkmenistan. Health Story (MS): A human-interest report details a Turkmen patient’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis and treatment journey in Ashgabat’s Niyazov Diagnostic and Treatment Centre. Regional Logistics Reality Check: WFP described how fortified biscuits reached Afghan schoolchildren after a 15,000-km, nine-country detour forced by border closures and Strait of Hormuz disruptions—an indirect reminder of how regional chokepoints affect supply chains.

Environment & Industry Policy: Turkmenistan marked World Environment Day with a scientific conference in Ashgabat, featuring reports on the state environmental policy and international cooperation, plus an exhibition on the country’s nature. Textile & Machinery Trade: Italian textile machinery firms returned to Turkmenistan’s Turkmentextile Expo 2026, pitching equipment for spinning, knitting and accessories as Ashgabat pushes a more integrated domestic textile chain. Construction Materials Push: Turkmenistan plans to commission a new 1Mta cement plant in Baharden (Ahal) this year, aiming to secure steady, high-quality supply for construction demand. Agriculture & Output Targets: A cabinet review of Jan–May 2026 performance reported GDP growth of 6.3%, with renewed instructions to keep sector programs on track, including seasonal grain harvesting. Science for Longevity: Researchers at Turkmenistan’s Academy of Sciences park are studying biomimetics and nutrigenomics, using the Central Asian tortoise to explore mechanisms behind long biological function. Caspian Crossroads Under Pressure: New reporting highlights the Caspian Sea’s shrinking trend and the knock-on risks for ports, shipping, fisheries and regional economies, with climate change driving the decline. Bilateral Economic Signals: Turkmen-Turkish cooperation advanced at the 9th intergovernmental commission meeting, with a focus on trade, energy, transport, construction and industry. Regional Logistics Link: A World Food Programme shipment of fortified biscuits reached Afghanistan via a long multi-country route that included Turkmenistan, underscoring how border closures reshape supply chains.