The China (Shanxi)-Turkmenistan (Ashgabat) Economic and Trade Exchange Conference was held in Turkmenistan's capital, Ashgabat, on Oct 22, attracting representatives from local government agencies, business associations, and nearly 100 enterprises.

The conference focused on industrial alignment, trade connectivity, and project implementation, establishing a significant Silk Road cooperation platform for government and business interactions between the two regions.

A representative from the Shanxi Provincial Committee of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade highlighted the province's role as a major comprehensive energy base in China due to its complete industrial system and robust supply chains, and emphasized the significant potential for cooperation between Shanxi and Turkmenistan's industries.

The representative also expressed hopes that this exchange would boost regular communication and collaboration, fostering deeper connections between enterprises from both regions.

Azat Nazarov, the vice-president of Turkmenistan's Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stressed the importance of expanding economic and trade cooperation with Shanxi and said he looked forward to precise business matchmaking, sharing technological expertise, and advancing project implementation.

After the conference, enterprises from both regions held one-on-one discussions, with Turkmen companies showing keen interest in Shanxi's strengths in industrial manufacturing, energy technology, and infrastructure projects.