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Save the date for the&nbsp;Trans-Caspian Forum 2026, taking place on&nbsp;June 10, 2026, at the&nbsp;National Press Club in Washington, DC.

Hosted by the Caspian Policy Center, this year&rsquo;s forum,&nbsp;&ldquo;Economic Security through Peace and Durable Partnerships,&rdquo;&nbsp;will convene senior U.S. and regional government officials, leading experts, and private sector executives to explore the evolving strategic relationship between the United States and the Greater Caspian region.

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Discussions will focus on:

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	Strategic connectivity and the Middle Corridor
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	Critical minerals and investment opportunities
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	Digital transformation and industrial AI
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	Energy security, including hydrocarbons, uranium, and next-generation nuclear technologies
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The full agenda and speaker lineup will be announced in the coming weeks. Please mark your calendar and stay tuned for additional details.

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New data shows, compared to 2021, in 2022 the Caspian region has seen significant growth in the countries&rsquo; gross domestic products (GDP). Possible drivers for this progress could be the considerable influx of fleeing Russian citizens, favorable oil prices, and developing trade logistics. The progress towards the optimization of the Middle Corridor, along with enhanced regional connectivity, all are positive indicators of regional economic success. The Caspian Policy Center (CPC) will continue to monitor economic developments in the region and provide our insight and analysis.

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