AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOTS Politics: Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev says Astana rejects any push to turn the Organization of Turkic States into a military alliance, stressing the bloc should stay focused on trade, tech, culture and people-to-people ties. Turkmenistan Diplomacy & Industry: Ashgabat is gearing up for “White City Ashgabat 2026” (24–25 May), with UN-level dialogue on sustainable, smart urban development and 650+ delegates from 55 countries expected. Labor Rights Watch: A new EU–ILO project targets forced labor in Turkmenistan’s cotton sector, with a 2026–2027 budget of about €2m aimed at stronger oversight and labor standards. Trade & Customs: Turkmenistan’s State Customs call center is already fielding business and clearance questions, while SCRMET auctions logged $13.06m in transactions, including foreign-currency purchases of gas and industrial inputs. Water Pressure: Central Asia remains among the world’s highest water consumers per person, with Turkmenistan topping the list—fueling renewed calls for irrigation reform.
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