Turkmenistan Investment Forum 2025 is underway in Avaza
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The Turkmenistan Investment Forum 2025, aimed at strengthening economic ties, attracting direct investment, and developing cooperation, opened in the Avaza National Tourist Zone on September 18, TDH reports.
Representatives and leading experts from government agencies, international financial institutions, organizations, and corporations gathered in Avaza. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, the two-day forum will allow participants to learn about the country's economic reforms and achievements, as well as discuss investment projects with their Turkmen partners.
The participants listened attentively to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov's welcoming address to the Investment Forum participants. The head of state noted its crucial importance for enhancing the country's industrial potential, attracting investment aimed at diversifying the economy, creating new industries, and expanding the capacity of existing enterprises. One of the central topics of the first day of the forum was the session "Stable and Reliable Energy Sustainability – Developing Priority Sectors of Turkmenistan's Fuel and Energy Complex."
Speakers noted that Turkmenistan has enormous potential to strengthen its role as a reliable energy supplier. Representatives of Dragon Oil and PETRONAS emphasized the long-term nature of cooperation with our country and the favorable conditions for implementing investment projects.
Presentations were also made on strategies for developing the oil and gas sector, expanding the resource base, and modernizing production infrastructure. As noted, in addition to hydrocarbon production, Turkmenistan is exploring opportunities for developing renewable energy sources. Experts highlighted promising projects to build solar and wind power plants, which will help diversify the energy system.
The implementation of major projects such as the TAPI gas pipeline is a clear example of Turkmenistan's expanding regional energy cooperation. As experts noted, this project will not only ensure the energy security of the participating countries but will also contribute to their socio-economic development.
The meeting emphasized that not only the export of raw materials but also the advanced processing of hydrocarbons is an important area. Projects for the construction of gas chemical complexes and polymer production plants were presented. Forum participants emphasized that this approach will allow Turkmenistan to develop the export of finished products, significantly strengthening the country's position in global markets. Such projects contribute to the creation of new jobs, the development of related industries, and the advancement of technological progress.
International experts noted that Turkmenistan is effectively working to create a favorable investment climate by implementing modern standards and regulations. It was emphasized that simplified procedures for foreign investors, tax incentives, and state guarantees enhance the country's investment attractiveness.
Representatives of international financial institutions expressed their readiness to support the implementation of projects in the industrial sector by providing preferential financing and expert assistance.
The Investment Forum will be finished on September 19.
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