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Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy Chairman for Investment of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chairman of the Qingdao International Exhibition Center of China on the sidelines of the Qingdao International Machine Tool Exhibition. The signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Abdullah Rahimi, Member of the ACCI Board of Directors, Mr. Faridoon Hashemi, a prominent Afghan businessman, and a number of Afghan traders.
The MoU aims to strengthen trade and economic cooperation between Afghanistan and China by promoting joint exhibitions, business events, and facilitating greater commercial engagement between the business communities of the two countries.
Under the agreement, Chinese traders and manufacturers particularly industrial machinery producers will participate in the 5th Imam Abu Hanifa National and International Exhibition, where they will showcase a wide range of machinery and industrial equipment for promotion and business networking.
The partnership is expected to create new market opportunities for Afghan producers while contributing to the enhancement of product quality, technological exchange, and business services. It will also provide a platform for organizing joint exhibitions and business forums, fostering the exchange of expertise and modern technologies between the two countries.
The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment expressed its hope that this Memorandum of Understanding will serve as an important step toward strengthening bilateral trade and economic relations between Afghanistan and China, contributing to sustainable economic growth and long-term cooperation for both countries.

 

Friday, 10 July 2026

An extraordinary meeting of the Executive Committee of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) was held at the Chamber's main office under the chairmanship of Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI. The meeting was attended by Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhil, Deputy Chairman for Policy and Government Relations; Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, Deputy Chairman for Provincial Affairs; Mr. Habibullah Omar, Deputy Chairman for Social and Cultural Affairs; Haji Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy Chairman for Investment; Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Deputy Chairman for Services; Mr. Abdul Nafi Barakzai, Deputy Chairman for Support of Domestic Products and Productions; Mr. Zabihullah Omarkhail, Secretary General of the Board of Directors; Zainullah Hasani, Deputy for Finance and Administration and Acting CEO of the Executive Board; and Ahmad Shakeel Hazim, Deputy for Policy and Technical Affairs of the Executive Board.

At the outset of the meeting, Mr. Hashemi highlighted the necessity of convening the extraordinary session to discuss the establishment of the position of Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations within the Board of Directors. He noted that, in view of the Chamber's expanding responsibilities, the need to accelerate institutional reforms and modernization, strengthen coordination between the Board of Directors and the Executive Board, ensure effective follow-up of decisions, and support the Chairman in carrying out strategic responsibilities, the creation of this position was both important and essential.

The participants then held comprehensive discussions on the agenda, which included the establishment of the Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations position within the Board structure, the nomination of five members of the Dry Fruits Union to the Board of Directors, the establishment of an ACCI branch in Sar-e-Pul Province, the closure of the Salang Highway to heavy-load vehicles, the formation of one or more technical committees, the establishment of a joint Afghanistan–China railway consortium, the recruitment process for the Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Board, and ensuring the supply of high-quality petroleum products and gas to meet the country's market demand.

Following detailed deliberations, Mr. Mujib Rahman Shirzad, son of Miagul Khan, was appointed as a Member of the Board of Directors and, simultaneously, as Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations, in recognition of his academic qualifications, professional expertise, and extensive experience.

The Executive Committee also adopted the necessary decisions regarding the remaining agenda items discussed during the meeting.

 

Thursday, 9 July 2026

Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy Chairman for Investment of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), led a delegation comprising Mr. Abdullah Rahimi, Member of the ACCI Board of Directors, Mr. Faridoon Hashemi, one of Afghanistan's prominent businessmen, and a number of leading private sector representatives, to participate in the 23rd Qingdao International Machine Tool Exhibition in Qingdao, China.
During the visit to various exhibition halls, Mr. Azimi held discussions with manufacturers and suppliers of advanced industrial technologies, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation to modernize Afghanistan's manufacturing and industrial infrastructure.
In his keynote address at the opening ceremony, Mr. Azimi expressed his appreciation to the Chinese authorities for their warm hospitality and described international exhibitions of this nature as vital platforms for strengthening economic partnerships and promoting sustainable development among nations.
Highlighting Afghanistan's evolving economic landscape, he stated that the country has entered a new phase of constructive engagement with the international community. Referring to Afghanistan's strategic geopolitical location, he described the country as a regional gateway connecting the major markets of South, Central, and East Asia, offering exceptional opportunities for transit, trade, and large-scale investment.
Mr. Azimi further noted that expanding regional economic cooperation is essential for achieving lasting stability, shared prosperity, and sustainable employment. He emphasized that the private sector has a critical role to play, adding that the mission of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment extends beyond facilitating trade to creating economic value, supporting innovation, and contributing to a future built on peace and shared prosperity.
Concluding his remarks, Mr. Azimi reaffirmed the ACCI's full commitment to facilitating the activities of international companies seeking to invest in Afghanistan. He highlighted the Chamber's readiness to provide services including identifying reliable business partners, organizing business-to-business (B2B) meetings, and introducing investment opportunities across various sectors of the Afghan economy.

 

Thursday, 9 July 2026

The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) hosted an awareness program for a number of employees of electronic money and payment service companies at its conference hall, with the participation of members of the ACCI leadership.
The program was attended by Mr. Habibullah Omar, ACCI Deputy for Social and Cultural Affairs; Mr. Hamidullah Habibi, Member of the ACCI Board of Directors and Chairman of the Construction and Infrastructure Committee; Mr. Mohammad Qasim Amarkhail and Mr. Ghulam Yahya Pashtun, Members of the ACCI Board of Directors; and Zainullah Hasani, ACCI Deputy for Finance and Administration and Acting Chief Executive Officer.
The speakers highlighted the importance and growing impact of Afghanistan's electronic financial system and encouraged electronic money and payment service companies to strengthen and further expand their activities in this sector.
They also emphasized the need to promote the wider adoption of electronic payment systems across the country and called on companies operating in this field to accelerate their efforts in introducing and familiarizing the public with modern digital payment solutions.
The program concluded with an informative presentation delivered by Mr. Sayed Rahim Shah Agha, Chairman of the Afghanistan Electronic Money and Payment Institutions Association, who provided participants with an overview of the electronic payment sector and its future development opportunities.

 

Wednesday, 8 July 2026

The Executive Committee of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), during an extraordinary meeting, discussed a number of challenges facing the private sector, including the need to establish the position of Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations within the ACCI Board of Directors to strengthen and expand the Chamber's strategic affairs.
Following comprehensive discussions, Mr. Mujib-ur-Rahman Shirzad was appointed as Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations and simultaneously as a Member of the ACCI Board of Directors.
In a separate ceremony held at the ACCI Headquarters Conference Hall, attended by Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI; Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhail, Deputy Chairman for Policy and Government Relations; Mr. Habibullah Omar, Deputy Chairman for Social and Cultural Affairs; Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Deputy Chairman for Services; Mr. Abdul Nafi Barakzai, Deputy Chairman for Support of Domestic Production and Products; Mr. Zabihullah Omarkhail, Secretary of the Board of Directors; Mr. Yahya Pashtoon, Member of the Board of Directors; Mr. Zainullah Hasani, Deputy Director of Finance and Administration and Acting Chief Executive Officer; Mr. Ahmad Shakeel Hazim, Deputy Director for Policy and Technical Affairs of the Executive Office; and a number of ACCI staff members, Mr. Shirzad was formally introduced to the Chamber's employees in his new capacity.
During the ceremony, Mr. Hashemi congratulated Mr. Shirzad on his appointment as Deputy Chairman for Strategic Relations and stated that establishing the position is an important step toward enhancing the Chamber's institutional capacity, improving strategic coordination, and strengthening its overall performance.
In his remarks, Mr. Shirzad expressed his sincere appreciation to the ACCI leadership for their confidence in appointing him to the position. He pledged to dedicate his efforts to strengthening the Chamber's role and standing at both the regional and international levels and called for the continued cooperation and support of the Chamber's leadership in achieving these objectives.
It is noteworthy that, in addition to being one of Afghanistan's prominent national businessmen, Mr. Mujib-ur-Rahman Shirzad possesses a strong academic and professional background. He holds three master's degrees, has earned professional business certificates from the United States, and brings more than 20 years of professional experience, having served in a number of senior leadership positions, including at the deputy minister level.

 

Thursday, 9 July 2026