How can Turkmenistan build a more competitive investment landscape? Launched at the 3rd EU-Central Asia Economic Forum as the first OECD - OCDE report dedicated to Turkmenistan, the report offers a fresh look at the country’s investment environment, highlighting opportunities and challenges for businesses and investors. #Turkmenistan has taken important steps towards WTO membership, improved state policies on import substitution and export promotion and it has contributed to a more dynamic private sector. Yet, regulatory barriers and an overreliance on hydrocarbon exports stand in the way of long-term and sustainable growth. Access the report ➡️ short.do/PF8aaC #CentralAsia #GlobalGateway #InvestmentPolicy
Excellent insights! Two points that are of particular interest to me in this report are human capital development and trade policy and procedures. Turkmenistan’s path beyond hydrocarbons depends on building a workforce ready for modern investment. As the former Country Director in Turkmenistan, I oversaw the program C5+O.N.E., which strengthen English, professional communication, and practical skills, show how targeted training empowers early- and mid-career professionals to meet investor needs; the results are definitely tangible. Trade policy and logistics are equally crucial. The planned Shavat–Dashoguz cross-border trade zone with Uzbekistan could turn the border into a commercial hub, but infrastructure alone isn’t enough. Specialists in customs, multimodal logistics, and trade finance are essential to turning strategic routes into sustainable economic opportunity. Ultimately, Turkmenistan’s growth hinges on people, not just pipelines or railways. With the development of its human capital and promising new trade initiatives, I am highly optimistic about Turkmenistan’s future. #HumanCapital #TradePolicy #EconomicDevelopment #C5ONE