On May 24–25, 2025, the white-marble capital of Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, will host the 24th edition of the “White City Ashgabat” International Multisectoral Exhibition and Conference. Organized by the Ashgabat City Administration, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan, and the Turkmen Energy Forum, the event is part of the International Year of Peace and Trust and is held under the theme “Inspire, Build, Unite!”

More than 400 delegates from 30 countries — including government officials, architects, urban developers, and investors — will participate. The forum aims to showcase Ashgabat’s transformation into a smart, resilient, and inclusive metropolis that blends national heritage with cutting-edge technology.

Key topics include smart city infrastructure, sustainable transport, digital housing services, green city planning, and energy efficiency. The plenary session will feature speakers such as Mr. Ahmet Çalık (Çalık Holding), Mr. Artur Andriasyak (ADB), Ms. Liu Xu (CNTIC), Mr. Osman Bozkurt (Rönesans Holding), and French Ambassador Philippe Merlin.

A parallel exhibition will display over 150 booths representing innovative solutions in construction, urban design, engineering, telecommunications, and green technologies — from domestic companies to global enterprises.

Ashgabat, recognized by UNESCO as a Creative City in the “Design” category, aspires to be a leading example of modern urban resilience, cultural integration, and environmental sustainability. The conference will serve as a global platform for sharing experiences, encouraging investment, and shaping urban futures grounded in innovation and peace.