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Turkmenistan and Business Delegation from Pakistan’s Balochistan Province Seek Closer Cooperation
On August 25, 2025, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Islamabad hosted a meeting with a delegation of business representatives from Pakistan’s Balochistan Province, led by Mir Navid Baloch, former Minister of Health of Balochistan and current head of the Gwadar Chamber of Commerce and Industry group.
During the presentation, the Turkmen side highlighted the main aspects of its policy of neutrality, shared outcomes from the 3rd UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, and emphasized the strategic importance of the TAPI gas pipeline and the TAP power transmission line for ensuring reliable energy supply to Pakistan and the region.
Discussions focused on prospects for expanding trade, economic, transport, and logistics cooperation, including potential collaboration between the ports of Turkmenbashy and Gwadar.
The Pakistani side expressed strong interest in enhancing partnerships in the fields of energy and infrastructure, and suggested actively utilizing the capacity of Gwadar Port as a regional logistics hub.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to strengthen direct ties between business communities and continue practical dialogue on joint initiatives.
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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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