# Turkmenistan-Pakistan economic and energy cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkmenistan-pakistan-economic-and-energy-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-10-08T08:45:41.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

During celebrations for Turkmenistan’s 35th anniversary of independence, officials from Turkmenistan and Pakistan highlighted a growing strategic partnership. Discussions focused on expanding economic cooperation in sectors such as natural gas, transport connectivity, textiles, construction, and pharmaceuticals.

A primary focus of this energy cooperation is the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline, which is considered a vital project for regional energy integration and Pakistan’s energy security. Additionally, energy specialists met to discuss the development of the energy sector, digital economy management, and the implementation of renewable energy and green economy initiatives.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Pakistan and Tajikistan mark 35th anniversary of Tajikistan independence

Pakistan and Tajikistan marked the 35th anniversary of Tajikistan’s independence in Islamabad, with officials pledging to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, energy, and regional connectivity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pakistan-and-tajikistan-mark-35th-anniversary-of-tajikistan-independence

### 2026-09-23: Turkmenistan and Pakistan seek to expand economic and energy cooperation

Marking Turkmenistan’s 35th anniversary of independence, officials highlighted expanding economic ties with Pakistan, specifically regarding energy security and the TAPI gas pipeline project.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkmenistan-and-pakistan-seek-to-expand-economic-and-energy-cooperation

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