Turkmenistan Country Commercial Guide
Learn about the market conditions, opportunities, regulations, and business conditions in turkmenistan, prepared by at U.S. Embassies worldwide by Commerce Department, State Department and other U.S. agencies’ professionals
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Market Entry Strategy
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  • Due to a lack of accurate and comprehensive information on market sectors, company assessment visits are useful.
  • Identifying and working through a local partner or agent is often vital for successful market entry.  Take time to develop a relationship and ensure your partner’s interest align with your own.
  • Local consulting companies can provide support services for U.S. companies seeking to explore the market or participate in tenders.
  • Ashgabat is the commercial center of the country and where most business is conducted, though oil and gas related business is concentrated in Balkanabat and Turkmenbashy.  
  • Companies active in Turkmenistan often work through a regional office in Turkiye, Russia, or UAE.