AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTAPI Pipeline Progress: Taliban officials say construction of the Afghanistan section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India gas pipeline in Herat has hit 52% completion, with 80 km laid and more pipe and service roads prepared, aiming to finish the 130-km Herat segment by end-2026. Trade & Logistics: The Port of Baku reported dry cargo volumes up 77% in Jan–May 2026, driven largely by sulfur and urea imports from Turkmenistan moving via Azerbaijan, plus rising non-ferrous metal exports from Kazakhstan—highlighting the Trans-Caspian route’s growing role. Energy Deals Watch: Malaysia says a long-term hydrocarbons cooperation agreement with Turkmenistan is expected to be signed June 19, with Petronas potentially gaining access to a major gas field. Digital Economy: Turkmenistan and Austria’s 13th joint commission meeting flagged AI, digitalization, and the green economy as priority areas, alongside banking, water treatment, and urban infrastructure. Science & Human Capital: Turkmenistan marked Science Day with international events and state recognition for researchers, reinforcing a push to link scientific work with industrial and economic priorities.
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