Despite an ongoing gas dispute, Iran seems intent on maintaining relations with Turkmenistan.

Ashgabat is ditching water subsidies, with the savings to be directed into the country's energy sector.

Reports of a late resolution of a dispute with a Chinese supplier show further problems in Turkmenistan's gas industry.

The pipeline’s history is a telling indicator of changing geopolitical winds.

But first, let’s talk about security and diversification.

The tiger of Ashgabat, if it ever was, is no more.

Shocking no one, energy was the main topic of discussion.

Turkmenistan and Europe are keen to get the gas flowing, but it could just be a pipe dream.

And other brief news updates from Central Asia

With Russia cancelling the South Stream gas pipeline to Europe, Turkmenistan could benefit.