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Ammon News - Turkmenistan will host the Turkmenistan International Investment Forum 2024 (TIF 2024), with the participation of more than 350 delegates from 30 countries, during the period from September 10 to 11. The forum, organized by the Ministry of Finance and Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, aims to draw the attention of the international investment community to the country's fast-growing economy.

The International Investment Forum 2024 aims to create a platform for the international business community to explore investment opportunities in Turkmenistan, establish mutually beneficial partnerships and contribute to the country's economic development. The forum is expected to become an annual event that enhances cooperation and highlights Turkmenistan's economic potential.

Key Topics
TIF 2024 will cover several key topics, including the role of digital advances in sustainable development, environmental sustainability initiatives, strengthening infrastructure for economic connectivity, and diversifying agriculture, industrial sectors and expanding public-private partnerships. Separate sessions will focus on the circular economy, green economy, improved transportation connectivity, and an exhibition highlighting Turkmenistan's economic achievements.

Interest in Turkmenistan’s investment opportunities is confirmed by extensive coverage of the forum in international media. Leading publications from the United Arab Emirates, such as Al Khaleej Newspaper, Dubai News, as well as Al-Madar Magazine, have already published several articles about the upcoming event. Additionally, the reputable financial publication The Investor has included TIF 2024 in its calendar of key events, reflecting a high level of interest from the global investment community.

Multi Projects
Projects in the transport and communication sector include modernizing the national fleet, launching a new satellite, expanding logistics routes, and enhancing both national and regional connectivity. The forum will focus on implementing Turkmenistan's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing public welfare, healthy lifestyles, quality education, gender equality, and advancing digital and innovative economic sectors. Discussions will also cover social policies, market reforms, and climate change adaptation.

Two key roundtables will focus on the environmental aspects of hydrocarbon development, with an emphasis on reducing methane and gas emissions, and Turkmenistan's integration into the global economy, exploring the challenges and opportunities of joining the World Trade Organization (WTO). TIF 2024 aims to create a platform for the international business community to explore investment opportunities in Turkmenistan, establish mutually beneficial partnerships and contribute to the country's economic development. The forum is expected to become an annual event that promotes cooperation and showcases Turkmenistan's economic potential.

Government Agencies
The Forum will feature representatives from Turkmenistan's government agencies, leading international financial institutions (World Bank, Asian Development Bank), and experts in energy, infrastructure, and finance. Confirmed speakers include distinguished experts such as Maika Oshikawa - Director, WTO Accession Division, Anna Varyanik - Legal Officer, WTO Accession Division, WTO Secretariat Andrey Mikhnev - World Bank Country Manager for Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, William Thompson - Head of the Eurasian Division of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and many others.

TIF 2024 will also include meetings with the senior management of the transport and communication, energy, oil and gas, and chemical sectors of Turkmenistan's economy to discuss investment projects in more detail.