Public Health Preparedness: WHO and Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Health and Medical Industry met in Ashgabat to strengthen national planning and response for public health emergencies at points of entry, including work on a draft National Action Plan and standard operating procedures aligned with International Health Regulations. Health & Wellness Tourism: Turkmenistan’s Avaza National Tourist Zone continues to market “healing” holiday services, highlighting hotels with medical and health departments, wellness centers, and sanatorium care for visitors. Regional Health Cooperation & Trade: Bangladesh and Turkmenistan renewed talks in Ashgabat, with Turkmenistan offering support for Bangladesh’s energy security and discussing cooperation that also includes pharma sector interest and fertilizer supply—an indirect boost to health-related supply chains. Medical Tourism Links: Iran’s foreign minister said there are no obstacles to issuing visas to Afghan nationals and suggested facilitating access for genuine medical tourism applicants, pointing to systems that could speed entry for patients. Nutrition & Chronic Disease Risk: WHO-linked data show overweight or obesity is widespread across the region, with Turkmenistan cited at 58%—a reminder of rising non-communicable disease risk. Health Sector Networking: An international exhibition and scientific conference in Ashgabat (10–12 October) will bring together healthcare, education, and sport stakeholders, with a focus on medical technologies and pharmaceuticals.