On 15–16 September 2026, a seminar entitled “C5+1: Trusted Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization” was held in Ashgabat, focusing on current issues related to the development of artificial intelligence, digital technologies, cybersecurity and modern information and communication infrastructure. About this reports MFA of Turkmenistan.

The event brought together representatives of government institutions of the Central Asian countries and the United States, international companies specializing in the relevant fields, and experts.

During the seminar, participants exchanged views on the implementation of modern digital solutions, ensuring the security and resilience of digital infrastructure, as well as protecting critical information infrastructure.

Particular attention was paid to the development of artificial intelligence, satellite communications and spectrum management, the establishment and operation of data centres, as well as international cooperation and financing of projects in the field of digital technologies.

The participants exchanged experience and discussed promising areas for further cooperation in digitalization and the secure development of modern technologies.