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During a ceremonial event marking the continuation of the pipeline from Serhetabat to Herat, Turkmenistan’s National Leader and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, expressed gratitude to former U.S. President Donald Trump for his endorsement of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project.
Berdimuhamedov noted that the United States was among the earliest countries to back this major regional energy initiative. He emphasized the steady development of Turkmenistan-U.S. relations over the years, especially in trade, investment, and private sector partnerships.
He highlighted the role of the Turkmen-American Business Council and the presence of U.S. companies like Boeing, John Deere, Caterpillar, Sikorsky, and General Electric operating in Turkmenistan. The consulting firm Brownstein, which provides strategic guidance for the TAPI project, was also commended.
He recalled the Third UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries held in 2025 in Awaza, where the “Awaza Political Declaration” was unanimously adopted at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Berdimuhamedov acknowledged the congratulatory message from President Trump on this occasion, expressing sincere appreciation.
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National Leader of the Turkmen people pays working visit to Balkan region of Turkmenistan
The National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, paid a working visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan today. During the trip, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan reviewed issues related to the high-level organization of major international events scheduled to be held in Turkmenistan in 2026, in line with the country’s foreign policy strategy.
As part of the visit, the National Leader of Turkmenistan examined project proposals concerning the readiness of facilities planned for international events along the Caspian Sea coast. Attention was given to the landscaping of surrounding areas, the modern design of entrance zones, the level of interior equipment, the layout of venues for various stages of international forums, and the progress of interior finishing works in buildings intended for large-scale conferences.
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov emphasized that all necessary conditions must be created for international guests attending events in Turkmenistan. He also highlighted the importance of fully integrating digital technologies into these facilities and provided guidance to relevant officials.
During the working trip, the National Leader conducted an aerial inspection by helicopter over the Avaza National Tourist Zone, where he reviewed ongoing construction projects. Upon completion of the visit to the Balkan region of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov returned to Ashgabat.
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