The global economy entered this week with cautious optimism. The most important event of Monday, March 16, was the release of Japan's oil reserves. Tokyo took the unprecedented step of releasing 80 million barrels from its strategic reserves
Official data from the Turkmenistan State Customs Service and diplomatic sources indicate that cargo transit through Serakhs, Artyk, Khovdan, and Altyn Asyr is proceeding without delays, despite regional instability.
How the Caspian Sea corridor became a lifeline for foreign trade during the global crisis. Facts, analysis, and the role of the port of Turkmenbashi in the new trade architecture
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is considering a regional project titled “Developing New Generation Border Crossing Points” for the countries participating in the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program
The implementation of the TAPI gas pipeline project in Afghanistan is moving toward resolving land issues. On March 15, a meeting was held in Kabul between Mawlawi Ataullah Omari, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock of Afghanistan, and Muhammetmyrat Amanov, Executive Director of the TAPI Pipeline Company Ltd. consortium, and Khoja Ovezov, Ambassador of Turkmenistan
From April 1 to 3, 2026, St. Petersburg will become the world capital of logistics: the city will host the first International Transport and Logistics Forum (ITLF). The event, which will bring together representatives from over 60 countries, will serve as a key platform for discussing the future of Eurasian transport arteries, including the North-South Corridor, which is strategically important for Turkmenistan
On March 18, Ashgabat will host the International Forum on Attracting Investments into the Private Sector “Investments in the Future of Turkmenistan” (IFT 2026). The event will take place at the building of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan
On 10-11 March 2026, a seminar on remuneration for the member countries of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in Europe and the CIS was held in Tbilisi, organized by the UPU International Bureau.
One of the most volatile weeks in modern energy history is coming to an end. While the world was horrified at the unexpected $116 per barrel price drop at the start of the current week on Monday, by the end of the week, on "the ominous Friday the 13th," passions had calmed
Turkmenistan is entering a new phase of its partnership with the International Maritime Organization (IMO). At a Cabinet of Ministers meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov presented a package of proposals to expand cooperation with this UN organization, aimed at strengthening the country's status as a key transport hub in the Caspian Sea
Turkmenistan's preparations for the World Specialized Exhibition in Serbia have entered the practical phase. At a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Friday, March 13, Deputy Prime Minister Nokerguly Atagulyev reported on the commencement of construction, installation, and design work on the national pavilion
Turkmennebit State Concern is embarking on the next phase of upgrading its production fleet. President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed the corresponding resolution during a Cabinet of Ministers meeting
The State Customs Service of Turkmenistan is integrating global initiatives of the World Customs Organization (WCO) into its operations, including scaling up the educational programs of the Regional Training Centers and implementing the Central Asia and Caucasus Security Project (CCASP)
Turkmenistan is experiencing a steady increase in gasoline production. In January–February 2026, the country fulfilled its gasoline production plan by 122.7%, demonstrating the high level of organization in the oil refining industry and the targeted development of related production capacities
Continuing our brief comments on global issues, we note that if the beginning of this week resembled a gripping thriller with an unpredictable ending, by Thursday, March 12, the global economy had clearly shifted to a calm classic. But in the hustle and bustle of endless business, it was easy to miss the fact that the global market had gradually calmed down and, having stopped shouting, began to listen to itself
