Turkmenistan has established constructive relations with neighboring countries in the energy, transport, and trade sectors. Central Asia observer Vadim Shagiahmedov highlighted Turkmenistan's leadership in hydrocarbon extraction, exporting natural gas and electricity to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. Central Asian countries play a crucial role in the transit of Turkmen gas.
There is a growing popularity in freight transportation through Central Asian countries. Turkmenistan is utilizing its transportation potential through air transport and the Turkmenbashi seaport, while railways and roads have been fully modernized. In terms of trade and economic cooperation, Turkmenistan exports sweets, confectionery, and greenhouse products. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan are the main importers of Turkmen products in the region.
