At an extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan, issues of development of international automobile transportation and introduction of digital technologies in the transport sector were discussed. As reported by the State News Agency of Turkmenistan, Director General of the Agency of Transport and Communications M.Chakyyev reported on the work being carried out to increase the volume of transit cargo and improve the quality of cargo transportation services.
Particular attention was paid to cooperation between Turkmenistan and foreign countries in the field of introducing digital technologies and IT developments in the transport sector. It was noted that this plays a key role in accelerating transport operations and creating favorable conditions for using the country's transport potential.
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov stressed the importance of studying international experience in the transition to an electronic cargo transportation system to speed up processes. He also noted that cooperation in the field of transport is expanding within the framework of intergovernmental agreements, with a special emphasis on using the capabilities of digital systems.
The head of state instructed to continue work on integrating Turkmenistan into the global transport system and approved the proposals submitted to modernize the industry. The head of the Agency for Transport and Communications under the Cabinet of Ministers was given specific instructions on the implementation of the planned activities.
These measures are aimed at increasing the efficiency of international road transport and strengthening Turkmenistan’s position as an important transit hub in the region.