Testimonials

"TIF2025 delivered substance, not just statements. Public and private actors held concrete discussions on using standardized impact measurement as a common language -- so investments can be judged not only by returns, but by effects on public health, employment, and economic stability. Coming out of Awaza, we now have a clear vision on the concrete next steps: joint working groups on sustainable investment promotion, pilots to integrate impact KPIs into due-diligence, and a roadmap to make transparent impact reporting routine across projects. That clarity will help decision-makers scale high-value investments with confidence.

TIF2025 turned dialogue into a delivery plan—and did so with exemplary organisation and hospitality. Today we signed a Memorandum of Understanding between West London Chambers of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, formalising a corridor for two-way trade, skills exchange, and investment. Beginning immediately, we’ll curate B2B introductions, offer soft-landing support in West London, and open invitations to our 30 annual international trade events within a programme of 100+ activities. With 2,300+ member businesses representing 100,000+ employees and 8,500 digital subscribers—and as London’s second-largest, fastest-growing Chamber—we can fast-track market entry and convert intent into real growth for companies on both sides.

Forum brought together participants from more than 40 countries and clearly confirmed the government’s commitment to cooperation for peace, security, and development. We witnessed strong investor interest in logistics, transport connectivity, as well as in green and digital transformations, while major companies such as Huawei and Petronas are already supporting talent through scholarships and programs in ICT and green skills — creating the foundation for scalable public-private partnerships. Importantly, the Turkmen authorities are interested not only in large capital but also in innovative partners in high-tech, green, and digital sectors.

The forum in Turkmenistan is becoming an important preparatory milestone for a qualitatively new stage in the development of Central Asia. Here, we discuss priorities, build partnerships, and lay the foundation for Central Asia to make its voice heard on the global stage. One of the upcoming global platforms and opportunities for Central Asia to present itself collectively is the 11th World Free Zones Organization (WFZO) Congress, which will take place on Hainan Island, China, on October 10–12. We have invited the ministers of all Central Asian countries, including the Minister of Finance and Economic Development of Turkmenistan, Mr. Mamedguly Astanagulov. The memorandum signed with him confirms that we are moving in the right direction, uniting the voices of the five Central Asian countries at the levels of policy, business, and investment.