ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, March 4. Turkmenistan
plans to open the Mary-Turkmenabat section of the
Ashgabat-Turkmenabat high-speed highway in 2026,
Trend reports via the press service of the Turkmen
government.
The project is included in the “Social and Economic Development
and Investment Program of Turkmenistan for 2026.”
The initiative is set to bolster the nation’s standing as a
global transport nexus, with the new highway segment and plans to
unveil fresh international transport pathways, boosting
connectivity, facilitating a surge in freight and passenger
movement, and streamlining travel efficiency throughout the
region.
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the
country’s 2026 socio-economic development and investment program on
January 23, 2026.
According to the program, this year, measures will be taken to
maintain macroeconomic stability and GDP growth, diversify national
economic sectors, and strengthen the country’s economic potential.
Planned actions include comprehensive development of industries,
enhancement of industrial and innovative capacities, and full
utilization of production facilities.
The program also envisages progressive development of small and
medium-sized enterprises through the creation of a favorable
business environment and improvements to public-private partnership
legislation. Investment policies will be intensified to fund the
construction of production and social facilities, launch new
enterprises, and create jobs in the regions.
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