ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, March 4. Turkmenistan
plans to build a new power plant and transmission systems in the
Turkmenbashi district of Balkan province, Trend reports.
The project is part of the “Social and Economic Development and
Investment Program of Turkmenistan for 2026.”
The program also provides for further development of modern
energy infrastructure in the city of Arkadag.
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the
country’s 2026 socio-economic development and investment program on
January 23, 2026.
According to the program, measures will be taken in 2026 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.
