Turkmenistan–Georgia Connectivity Push: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov’s state visit to Tbilisi focused on transport and energy links, including the “Lapis Lazuli” corridor and plans for Turkmen terminals and expanded trade; officials also highlighted last year’s trade turnover growth and a business forum with major companies. Regional Logistics & Trade Deals: Georgian Post signed a cooperation agreement with Cainiao (Alibaba) to build a cross-border e-commerce transit and distribution network spanning Turkmenistan and other Central Asian markets, reinforcing Georgia’s role as a logistics hub. Turkmenistan Logistics Transformation (Markets): SCRMET auctions recorded 13 transactions totaling over $369,000, with foreign-currency purchases of liquefied gas and textiles, while domestic sales included polypropylene and cotton-related products. Climate Cooperation Framework: Turkmenistan is moving to set up regional climate and desertification centers, including an interagency commission and an “Ashgabat Climate Dialogue,” to institutionalize cooperation. State Insurance Modernization: A Cabinet meeting advanced a draft regulation to optimize compulsory state insurance under updated legislation. UN Engagement: A new UN Resident Coordinator presented credentials to President Berdimuhamedov, reaffirming UN cooperation on SDGs and sustainable development. Energy Outlook Context: A wider regional analysis argues Turkmenistan still leads Central Asia in electricity self-sufficiency, but network maintenance and future supply risks are rising.