ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, April 21. Turkmenistan
has introduced a 4G mobile communication network along the newly
commissioned Mary-Turkmenabat section of the Ashgabat-Turkmenabat
high-speed highway, a major transport artery crossing the country,
Trend reports via the press service of the Turkmen
Government.
The deployment accompanies the launch of the final stretch of
the high-speed motorway and reflects a broader push to integrate
digital solutions into transport infrastructure.
The network was installed by the national operator Altyn Asyr.
The availability of continuous mobile coverage allows drivers and
passengers to use navigation services and access digital platforms
in real time.
The project is part of Turkmenistan’s wider strategy to enhance
logistics performance and position the country as a regional
transit hub through the modernization of key infrastructure and the
introduction of advanced technologies.
Earlier, Turkmenistan has launched a new state program aimed at
accelerating the development of the digital economy from 2026
through 2028. The decision was formalized by a presidential
resolution signed on January 30, which approved both the State
Program for the Development of the Digital Economy and a roadmap
for its implementation. The program is designed to ensure the
systematic introduction of digital technologies across key sectors
of the economy in line with the national digital development
concept.
The strategy outlines a comprehensive vision for large-scale
modernization across all sectors, driven by the adoption of
advanced technologies and digital systems. It prioritizes the
enhancement of digital infrastructure, the expansion of the
e-government framework, and the promotion of innovation, while
aligning with international best practices.
