Akhal-Teke Diplomacy in the Netherlands: Turkmenistan’s National Leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov took part in the World Equestrian Games and the Akhal-Teke horse beauty contest in Kronenberg, where the event drew 100+ horses from 25 countries and included a scientific conference and cultural performances. Business and Partnerships: Berdimuhamedov met Çalık Holding’s chairman Ahmet Çalık and Germany’s Eastern Committee of German Economy executive director Michael Harms, with talks focused on trade, healthcare, agriculture, and new equipment for facilities tied to Turkmenistan’s independence anniversary. International Role for Turkmenistan: Turkmenistan was elected chair of the UN Group of Landlocked Developing Countries for 2027–2028, with priorities including energy and transport connectivity and implementing the Avaza Action Plan. Caspian Cooperation: Ashgabat hosted the 11th international training course “Caspian Sea – Sustainable Development and Management,” bringing together specialists from all five Caspian littoral states. Trade at the SCRMET Auctions: Turkmenistan’s State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange reported 22 foreign-currency deals totaling over $38.56 million.