UNS:– The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, visited the construction site of the Serhetabat–Herat section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline project. This section, referred to as “Arkadagyň ak ýoly” (“The White Road of Arkadag”), marks a critical stage in the advancement of regional energy cooperation.
During his visit to the Rabat Sanghi district of Afghanistan’s Herat province, Hero-Arkadag was warmly received by members of the official delegations from both Turkmenistan and Afghanistan. A solemn ceremony was held at the site, beginning with prayers for the successful implementation of this important international project.
In his welcoming remarks, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan overseeing the fuel and energy sector noted that, under the constant support of the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, the country continues to make significant progress in modernizing and expanding its oil and gas industry. On behalf of the workers in the fuel and energy sector, he wished both Hero-Arkadag and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov continued health and success in their noble efforts. As a token of gratitude, a commemorative uniform from the State Concern “Turkmengaz” was presented to Hero-Arkadag.
Hero-Arkadag then addressed the gathering, emphasizing that, under the current leadership, Turkmenistan is implementing grand-scale infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening friendly and neighborly relations with regional countries. He highlighted Turkmenistan’s vast hydrocarbon reserves, which support its long-term natural gas export strategy. In this context, the TAPI gas pipeline project plays a vital role in fostering regional energy security and cooperation among the fraternal peoples of the region.
Hero-Arkadag recalled that on September 11, 2024, the laying of the Serhetabat–Herat section of the pipeline — the “Arkadagyň ak ýoly” — began in Mary velayat, marking a major milestone in the TAPI project’s development. Today, the next phase of this key section officially commenced.
