Ashgabat to Host Turkmenistan Investment Forum and Exhibition

Ashgabat to Host Turkmenistan Investment Forum and Exhibition

Ashgabat, The Gulf Observer: The Turkmenistan Investment Forum and Exhibition (TIF 2024), a landmark event, is set to take place in Ashgabat on September 19-20, 2024, coinciding with the 33rd anniversary of Turkmenistan’s Independence. The forum is organized by the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, and is poised to serve as a critical international platform for attracting investment into the country’s burgeoning economy.

TIF 2024 is not merely a gathering of industry leaders and experts but a dynamic platform welcoming foreign investors, international financial organizations, and companies eager to explore the Turkmen market. The event is strategically designed to showcase the diverse investment opportunities available in Turkmenistan, facilitating discussions on accelerating the influx of foreign direct investment and exploring the potential for implementing joint investment projects, including those with a regional scope. Furthermore, the forum aims to bolster the country’s export potential and foster robust cooperation between national and foreign entrepreneurs and investors, offering fertile ground for the development of digitalization and the transition to a circular economy.

The TIF 2024 program promises a comprehensive agenda covering an array of critical topics. Key discussions will focus on Turkmenistan’s investment potential, the pivotal role of the country’s fuel and energy sector in the regional energy transition, transport connectivity and sustainability, economic diversification, digital transformation, smart agriculture, the green economy, and public-private partnerships.

In addition to these discussions, TIF 2024 will feature parallel thematic sessions with representatives from United Nations specialized agencies and experts from S&P Global Commodity Insights. Roundtable discussions will include the participation of the World Trade Organization Secretariat and various international institutions and organizations, offering attendees invaluable insights and the opportunity to engage with global thought leaders.

Running concurrently with the forum, the Exhibition of Economic Achievements will not merely be a showcase but an interactive platform highlighting the latest advancements across various sectors of the national economy, including industry, agriculture, energy, construction, transport, and communications. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leading domestic enterprises, explore advanced technologies, and witness the innovative solutions driving Turkmenistan’s economic growth. The exhibition is expected to foster mutually beneficial cooperation, with exchange trading also scheduled to take place on the sidelines of the event.

Moreover, on the sidelines of the forum, meetings with CEOs of national companies and representatives from various ministries of Turkmenistan’s economy will be organized, providing further opportunities for dialogue and collaboration.

TIF 2024 is set to be a cornerstone event in Turkmenistan’s economic calendar, offering unparalleled opportunities for investment, partnership, and growth as the nation continues its journey towards a prosperous and sustainable future.