Source: Trend News Agency
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, August 30. The Board of Directors of TAPI Pipeline Company Limited have gathered in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, to review the ongoing development of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline, a critical component of Turkmenistan’s energy strategy, Trend reports.
This large-scale project, designed to modernize the country’s fuel and energy complex, aims to establish a new infrastructure for exporting energy resources to global markets.
During the meeting, the board members emphasized TAPI’s strategic importance in enhancing both regional and global energy security. By connecting Turkmenistan with Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India, the pipeline is expected to drive socio-economic development across these nations, creating employment opportunities and fostering economic growth along its route.
The Board underscored the importance of maintaining momentum in the project’s implementation, stressing that all necessary measures must be taken to ensure the successful completion of the pipeline. As a top priority for Turkmenistan, the TAPI project is seen as vital not only for expanding the nation’s export capabilities but also for bolstering its role in the international energy landscape
Expected to deliver 33 billion cubic meters annually, construction on the TAPI project began in Turkmenistan on December 13, 2015. Turkmenistan is the primary gas supplier and plays a key role in the pipeline’s development, aiming to diversify its energy export routes and enhance regional economic ties.
