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Important Outcomes of the Cabinet of Ministers Meeting
April 19, 2026 09:36 • UTC+5 (Ashgabat) • 18 views

Key decisions were adopted at the Cabinet meeting to advance the economy, energy sector, agriculture, and legal system. A new phase of developing the Galkynysh gas field has begun, international cooperation is expanding, and conditions for youth recreation are being enhanced. Turkmenistan continues its steady progress.
The regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, held via digital system by Honorable President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, became a platform for important decisions aimed at further improving the economic, legal, and social systems of Turkmenistan. The issues on the agenda clearly demonstrate the country's confident progress in all areas.
Modernization of the Legal Framework The legal foundation of our state is being further strengthened. As noted during the meeting, within the framework of the recently held twelfth session, new draft laws were adopted regarding strategic areas such as human rights protection, industrial safety, migration, highways, and fisheries. Additionally, the exchange of experience on the circular economy with Uzbekistan within the parliamentary dialogue further strengthened Turkmenistan's position in the international legal space.
Energy: A New Stage for the "Galkynysh" Gas Field A historic step has been taken in the oil and gas sector. The adoption of the Decree on the creation of the "Galkynyshgaz" state enterprise under the "Türkmengaz" State Concern signifies that the energy strategy has entered a new phase.
- Goal: To strengthen control over the fourth stage of the development of the "Galkynysh" field.
- Capacity: Construction of facilities to process 10 billion cubic meters of commercial gas per year will be carried out in a coordinated manner.
Finance and Digital Systems To ensure the stability of the banking system, emphasis was placed on conducting regular audits in accordance with international standards. Furthermore, the scientific improvement of the cost-measurement framework in the construction sector will create conditions for the effective use of new and advanced technologies.
Agriculture and Natural Resources Intensive work is currently ongoing in the country's crop fields:
- Cotton: Measures are being taken to complete the sowing season on time and conduct initial inter-row cultivation.
- Grain Harvest: Care for wheat fields and preparations for harvesters and elevators for the upcoming season are underway.
- Silk Production: Proper care for silkworms is being carried out by cocoon producers.
Culture and International Cooperation Ashgabat will soon become a center for international cultural events. In cooperation with TÜRKSOY, the 110th anniversary of the famous composer Weli Muhadow and Opera Days will be celebrated at a high level. Simultaneously, the Turkmen-Chinese Business Forum to be held in the capital will define new directions for cooperation in trade, economy, and digital technologies.
The Honorable President pays special attention to the healthy development and meaningful leisure of the younger generation. Instructions were given to fully prepare health centers in Gökdere, the "Avaza" National Tourist Zone, and regional centers to receive children for the upcoming summer holiday season.
The results of the meeting proved once again that Turkmenistan's main principle, "The State is for the Person!", prevails in all spheres of life.