OGT 2026 final press conference: Turkmenistan prepares to launch the TAPI section to Afghanistan and confirms interest in the Trans-Caspian gas pipeline
The three‑day “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026” conference wrapped up on 23 October 2026 in Ashgabat. At the concluding press briefing, officials from the sector presented their production outlook for the next two years. They outlined planned volumes of natural gas and crude oil for the 2026‑2027 period. The speakers examined the feasibility of exporting gas to Afghanistan through the planned TAPI pipeline segment. They also reiterated Turkmenistan’s interest in the Trans‑Caspian gas corridor as a future export route. Progress on infrastructure and regulatory steps for both projects was reported. Representatives emphasized that the initiatives are aligned with the country’s long‑term energy strategy.
Today, 23 October 2026, the three-day international conference and exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan 2026” (OGT 2026) concluded in Ashgabat. At the final press conference, industry representatives announced gas and oil production plans for 2026-2027, discussed the prospects for gas supplies to Afghanistan and the implementation of the Trans-Caspian route, and described progress on […] The post OGT 2026 final press conference: Turkmenistan prepares to launch the TAPI section to Afghanistan and confirms interest in the Trans-Caspian gas pipeline appeared first on News Central Asia (nCa) .