The conference and Expo aim to strengthen the regional dialogue on further sustainable development of the energy sector, review the latest tendencies in the global energy system, and expand the opportunities for attracting foreign direct investment to Turkmenistan's oil and gas industry. The OGT Expo, which will run in parallel with the conference, will present the best highlights from the domestic and global oil & gas industries, reinvigorating new ideas and features to match the current industry agenda. New elements introduced at this year’s Expo put a key focus on highlighting the importance of acceleration of cooperation between IOCs and NOCs, reinforcing the growing role of mutually beneficial partnerships.