Khoja Ovezov, Turkmenistan’s ambassador to Kabul, described Afghanistan’s current security situation as unprecedented during the Afghanistan–Central Asia consultative meeting.
He emphasized that the improved security environment has created favorable conditions for expanding economic cooperation across the region.
Ovezov highlighted Turkmenistan’s practical demonstration of regional economic collaboration through the launch of major projects such as TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) gas pipeline, TAP, railway networks, and transportation infrastructure. These initiatives, he noted, pave the way for broader regional cooperation.
According to Ovezov, the progress of these projects reflects the strong commitment of countries in the region to strengthening economic connectivity and mutual relations.
The Bakhtar News Agency reported that the Turkmen ambassador also expressed hope that by the end of this year, Herat province will gain access to gas from the TAPI project. This development is expected to play a significant role in boosting Afghanistan’s economic growth and advancing its energy infrastructure.
These comments come amid increasing efforts to enhance regional cooperation between Afghanistan and Central Asian nations, particularly in economic and transit sectors.
The Afghanistan–Central Asia consultative meeting is currently underway in Kabul, with senior officials attending from regional countries. The meeting’s main focus is to explore ways to strengthen political, economic, and transit cooperation between Afghanistan and its Central Asian neighbors.
