On 11-12 November 2024, an International Expert Meeting and the First International Launch Event of the Technical Guide on Protecting Critical Energy Infrastructure against Terrorist Attacks was held in Ashgabat. About this reports MFA of Turkmenistan. 

The event was organized by the Government of Turkmenistan together with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and the Government of the Russian Federation.

The two-day event was aimed at raising awareness of threats to energy infrastructure, engaging international experts to discuss best practices in this area.

The key aspects of critical energy infrastructure protection were addressed and exchange of views on enhancing cooperation at the international level took place at the session. The speakers shared the main vectors of activities carried out at the national level.

It was emphasized that the UN General Assembly Resolution of 19 December 2023 “The Key Role of Reliable and Stable Energy Connectivity in Ensuring Sustainable Development” adopted upon the initiative of Turkmenistan provides for consolidation of efforts of the international community in overcoming energy crises, as well as calls for ensuring reliable and stable cross-border supplies of energy resources.

The UN Global Program to Counter Terrorist Threats against Vulnerable Targets implemented jointly with a number of international organizations, has been supporting Member States since 2021 to build their capacity, develop expert networks and identify best practices in critical infrastructure protection.

This international event held in Ashgabat was also the First International Launch Event of the Technical Guide on Protecting Critical Energy Infrastructure against Terrorist Attacks.