Τουρκμενιστάν is a country located in Central Asia, bordered by Καζακστάν to the north, Ουζμπεκιστάν to the east, Αφγανιστάν to the southeast, and Ιράν to the south. It has a coastline along the Κασπία Θάλασσα to the west. The capital city is Ασγκαμπάτ, known for its modern architecture and grand monuments. The country is rich in natural resources, particularly φυσικό αέριο and πετρέλαιο. Its economy relies heavily on these resources, along with agriculture, especially the cultivation of βαμβάκι. The official language is τουρκμενικά, and the population is predominantly Τουρκμεν.