GRATA International Turkmenistan took part in the international forum IFT 2025

On March 18, 2025, Ikbal Said Alauddin, Managing Partner, and Kerim Balkanov, Senior Associate and Office Director of GRATA International Turkmenistan Hukuk Consulting, participated as delegates in the international forum IFT 2025, "Investment in the Future of Turkmenistan."

In 2025, Turkmenistan declared the year as the "International Year of Peace and Trust," underscoring the nation’s commitment to fostering international collaboration and strengthening global partnerships. In alignment with this vision, Turkmenistan hosted the inaugural international forum IFT 2025, "Investment in the Future of Turkmenistan," a pivotal event aimed at promoting economic development and investment opportunities in the region.

IFT 2025 served as a dynamic platform for facilitating experience exchange, fostering international cooperation, and initiating ambitious projects across various economic sectors. Held in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, the forum brought together esteemed representatives from leading global companies, investment funds, and government bodies. Discussions centered on key topics such as infrastructure development, transport and logistics, and technological advancements, all aimed at enhancing Turkmenistan’s global competitiveness.

The forum’s business program showcased the vast investment potential within Turkmenistan’s private sector, offering a series of panel discussions on pressing economic and industrial topics. Experts and industry leaders deliberated on strategies to promote business initiatives, integrate innovative technologies, and enhance project implementation approaches.

IFT 2025 featured an impressive lineup of high-profile speakers and distinguished guests, including the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy of Turkmenistan, the UNDP Resident Representative in Turkmenistan, the Director for Turkmenistan of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Vice President for the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), a Member of the Management Board of the National Academy of Corporate Governance, and the Country Manager of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group, among others.

GRATA International Turkmenistan Hukuk Consulting's participation in IFT 2025 provided a valuable opportunity to engage with key stakeholders, establish new business connections, and explore potential collaborations. Attending this esteemed forum allowed the firm to expand its professional network, exchange insights with industry leaders, and further strengthen its position in the evolving investment landscape of Turkmenistan.