Turkmen–Azerbaijan Diplomacy: President Serdar Berdimuhamedov is set for a state visit to Azerbaijan, with Turkmen officials reporting steady progress on preparations and stressing growing trade, energy, and transport cooperation. Caspian Cooperation: Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan plan to deepen Caspian Sea collaboration, including energy and logistics links, supported by a large web of existing agreements. Malaysia–Turkmen Energy Deal: Malaysia’s Petronas has signed new agreements in Turkmenistan to expand upstream work and secure access to major gas fields, as leaders frame the partnership as a long-term energy-security boost. Bilateral Talks in Ashgabat: Turkmen and Malaysian leaders also discussed wider cooperation in industry, agriculture, textiles, banking, transport corridors, and continued education exchanges. Health Policy: Turkmenistan approved a 2026–2030 national program to protect maternal and child health, with plans to modernize healthcare and improve specialized services. July Cultural Calendar: The government approved a packed July program of major cultural events tied to the independence anniversary, including arts, excursions, and youth TV and handicraft competitions. OSCE & UN Support: OSCE training strengthened strategic communication in Turkmen state institutions, while UNDP held a workshop on securities market development and brokerage regulation.