Turkmenistan sees growth in fish imports from Russia's Astrakhan

2026-02-19 - 20:58

Shipments of fish from Russia’s Astrakhan region to Turkmenistan took off in 2025, showcasing a blossoming partnership in trade and economic ties. The partnership, which has been growing since the late 2000s and received a boost with the opening of Turkmenistan’s consulate in Astrakhan in 2013, now features enhanced port interactions, collaborative shipbuilding and repair projects, and synchronized efforts within the North-South Transport Corridor.