Azerbaijan–Turkmenistan Partnership: President Sardar Berdimuhamedov’s 22–23 June state visit to Baku produced 12 agreements spanning energy, industry, customs, agriculture, healthcare, transport and foreign-policy coordination, with both sides framing the deal as a push to strengthen Eurasian connectivity amid corridor competition. U.S.-Turkmenistan Energy & Transit Talks: In Ashgabat, U.S. Sen. Steve Daines met President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Halk Maslahaty Chairman Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, focusing on fuel and energy, transport/logistics, finance and AI, plus support for East–West and North–South corridors and the TAPI project. Embassy Tender in Azerbaijan: Turkmenistan launched an international tender to build a new administrative building for its embassy in Baku; bids are due Aug. 19, 2026. Armenia Eyes Gas Cooperation: Armenia’s ambassador said Yerevan wants to expand energy cooperation with Turkmenistan, especially in gas, while also exploring modern energy technologies and joint projects. Food Sector Milestone: Turkmenistan marked a “labor victory” as farmers delivered over 1.4 million tons of wheat to state granaries, citing agro-industrial reforms, higher purchase prices and water-saving technologies. Regional Energy Pressure: ADB kept Azerbaijan’s growth at 2% but flagged higher costs for Turkmenistan tied to alternative trade routes bypassing Iran, while broader regional energy disruptions remain a key risk.