ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, March 18. The European
Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is ready to deepen
cooperation with Turkmenistan with a focus on public-private
partnership (PPP) projects, Head of the EBRD Resident Office in the
country Eric Livny said, Trend reports via the press service of the Turkmen
Government.
He made the announcement at the international investment forum
"Investment to the Future of Turkmenistan 2026" (IFT 2026), held in
Ashgabat, on March 18.
Furthermore, Eric Livny noted that PPP mechanisms are considered
an effective tool for infrastructure development and economic
growth.
According to Livny, this model enables both international and
local businesses to participate in large-scale state projects while
allowing risk and resource sharing between the public and private
sectors.
He added that the development of PPPs can facilitate foreign
investment inflows and the introduction of advanced technologies in
key sectors of the economy.
Livny also noted that Turkmen construction companies are showing
growing interest in PPP projects, which could provide access to
long-term financing and improve their competitiveness.
IFT 2026 is an international investment forum, focused on
attracting foreign investment and expanding private sector
participation in Turkmenistan’s economy. The platform brings
together government representatives, businesses, and international
financial institutions. The forum serves as a venue for discussing
investment opportunities, establishing business contacts, and
exploring potential joint projects across various sectors.
