ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, March 6. Turkmenistan
plans to expand drainage and irrigation infrastructure within its
agro-industrial complex,
Trend reports via the press service of the Turkmen
Government.
The measures are outlined in the “Social and Economic
Development and Investment Program of Turkmenistan for 2026” and
are aimed at improving water management and supporting the
sustainable development of agricultural lands in the country.
In particular, the plans provide for the construction of
collector-drainage networks connected to the Altyn Asyr Lake, the
installation of impermeable lining in irrigation channels in the
Dashoguz region, the reconstruction of the Shasenem collector, the
construction of a reservoir with a total capacity of 90 million
cubic meters, and works to increase the flow capacity of the
Karakum River.
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.
