MFA of Turkmenistan discussed intensifying long-standing cooperation with a Malaysian delegation
17:50 10.10.2025 2280
On October 9, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmed Gurbanov met with a Malaysian delegation led by Senior Political Secretary to the Prime Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, according to the ministry's website.
During the meeting, the parties discussed key issues of Turkmen-Malaysian relations in the political, diplomatic, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres. They discussed further intensifying long-standing cooperation based on the principles of mutual respect and consideration of interests.
The meeting participants exchanged views on the development of bilateral trade and economic relations, with investment being identified as a priority.
In this context, the parties noted the successful holding of the International Forum on Attracting Foreign Investment in the Economy of Turkmenistan in Kuala Lumpur.
Particular attention was paid to the oil and gas industry, including Turkmenistan's long-standing cooperation with the Malaysian company Petronas.
During the conversation, the parties discussed ways to strengthen cultural and humanitarian ties, particularly in education and tourism.
Auto fuel and liquefied gas became the subject of foreign exchange transactions at the auction
73 transactions were registered at the auctions of the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan last week.
Afghanistan increases import of Turkmen liquefied gas
On Monday, Afghan media reported an increase in imports of liquefied natural gas from Turkmenistan to Afghanistan. According to the publications, the Taliban provisional government issued a statement to this effect after a meeting of its economic sector.
Traders expect high European gas prices to continue in coming years
Natural gas prices in Europe will remain high in the coming years amid continued supply shortages, traders believe, Interfax reports.
The price of gas in Europe exceeded $2,200 per 1,000 cubic meters
The spot price of gas in Europe by Tuesday evening exceeded $2,200/ths.m3 in anticipation of the failure of another gas pumping unit on the Nord Stream, Interfax reports.
Jet fuel and polypropylene purchased at auction
During the auction at the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan on February 13, petrochemical, light industry and construction materials were sold.