A Turkmen-Chinese business forum is taking place in Shanghai on November 6-7, focusing on cooperation in the oil and gas, chemical, construction, transport and logistics, agricultural and digital technology sectors.
Representatives from government bodies and the business communities of both countries are discussing prospects for trade and economic cooperation and the implementation of joint projects.
The business program includes thematic workshops and bilateral B2G meetings. Chinese companies are holding discussions with representatives from Turkmenistan’s state concerns – Türkmengaz, Türkmennebit and Türkmenhimiýa, and relevant ministries, government agencies and the banking sector of Turkmenistan.
Specific agenda items include introducing water-saving technologies, supplying agricultural machinery, financing for the agrarian sector and enhancing the quality and safety of food products.
The forum is attended by representatives from Chinese firms specializing in energy, engineering, finance, textiles and logistics. The parties are also exploring opportunities for cooperation in railway transport, water management and industrial production.
The forum program features presentations on investment projects, the signing of cooperation agreements and discussions on potential cooperation in the tourism sphere.
The forum will conclude with visits to Chinese manufacturing facilities. According to the International Information Center (IIC) of Turkmenistan, the Turkmen delegation will observe the operations of modern production plants and learn about the experience in adopting new technologies.
