Uranium Transport: A convoy carrying uranium fuel for Bangladesh’s Rooppur nuclear plant departed Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport under tight security, with nine flights planned for November–December and the route passing through Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan, Afghanistan and India. Defense Exports: India’s Defense Secretary says the Akash air-defense system has been exported to Armenia, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, with production stabilized and more orders expected. EU Connectivity: Turkmenistan and Lithuania discussed expanding trade and transport links via the Central Asia–EU format, while the EU reiterated support for the Trans-Caspian Transport Route and highlighted Turkmenistan’s role through the Turkmenbashi port. Investment Forum: At TIF 2026 in Ashgabat, officials focused on virtual assets, fintech, AI and green transformation, including a legal forum on investment and discussions with development institutions. Energy & Climate Rules: Turkmenistan reviewed international methane-emission standards with EU/Germany-backed support, aiming to adapt EU-style regulation for the energy sector. Everyday Economy: A report highlights Turkmenistan’s chronic shortage of tenge coins, forcing shoppers and bus riders into awkward workarounds. Sports: Turkmenistan’s Shahzadbek Matyakubov won Asian Games silver in 110kg weightlifting, adding to the country’s medal haul.