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Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

As part of the continued establishment and activities of specialized committees for various sectors, the Specialized Committee for Carpet and Handicrafts of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) was established during a meeting held at the Chamber’s headquarters, where the chairperson and members of the committee were introduced.

The meeting was chaired by Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Deputy for Services of the Chamber, and Mr. Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, Deputy for Strategic Relations of the Chamber, with the participation of the Chairman and members of the Afghanistan Carpet Producers and Exporters Union, as well as members of the committee.

The Chamber’s deputies, highlighting the important role of Afghan carpets in the country’s economy and exports, called on the chairperson and members of the committee to develop practical programs and effective solutions, with a focus on production, carpet weaving, marketing, export development, and access to international markets. They also emphasized the importance of coordination and unity among carpet artisans, producers, and exporters, as well as the regular organization of meetings and field activities.

During the meeting, Mr. Ghulam Sakhi Turkman, Chairperson of the Specialized Committee for Carpet and Handicrafts, expressed his appreciation for the confidence placed in him by the Chamber’s leadership and pledged to work, in cooperation with committee members and the Carpet Producers and Exporters Union, to strengthen production and carpet weaving, increase exports, expand international marketing, and address the challenges facing the sector.

At the conclusion, emphasis was placed on launching the committee’s practical activities and maintaining continued cooperation among the Chamber, carpet industry stakeholders, and relevant institutions.

Sunday, September 9th, 2026

The 13th Extraordinary Meeting of the Executive Committee of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI.

The meeting was attended by members of the Executive Committee and Deputy Chairpersons of ACCI, including Mr. Gulbahar Habibi, Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel, who joined online, Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Mr. Abdul Nafi Barakzai, Mr. Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, and Mr. Zabihullah Omarkhel, Head of the ACCI Secretariat.

The meeting focused on key operational, administrative, and executive matters of the Chamber, the progress of ongoing programs and activities, and issues related to the provision of services to the private sector. Participants discussed these matters and exchanged views on ways to further improve the Chamber’s work.

The meeting also reviewed the work and progress report related to the 5th Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) International Exhibition. Necessary instructions were issued to ensure the effective and timely advancement of the related activities. At the conclusion of the meeting, members of the Executive Committee presented their views and recommendations, and the necessary decisions and instructions were adopted regarding the matters discussed.

Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

A number of traders and fresh fruit exporters, along with members of the Fresh Fruit Sellers’ Union, met with Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Deputy for Services, and Mr. Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, Deputy for Strategic Affairs of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), to discuss the challenges currently facing the fresh fruit market in Kabul.

During the meeting, the traders shared their concerns and challenges with the Chamber’s leadership, particularly regarding shop rental fees at the fresh fruit market in the Tahiya Maskan Market and the issue of sealing fresh fruit shops. They requested the Chamber’s support in following up on these matters and working toward solutions to the challenges they face.
The Chamber’s deputies listened to the views and recommendations of the traders and reaffirmed ACCI’s commitment to supporting private sector stakeholders and pursuing their concerns through the relevant channels.

It was also emphasized that the Chamber will maintain the necessary cooperation and coordination with relevant institutions to address the existing challenges, create better conditions for traders to operate, and promote the development of the fresh fruit trade.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the importance of continued cooperation and coordination between the Chamber and stakeholders in the fresh fruit sector was emphasized to address challenges and support the commercial activities of this sector.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

A business networking meeting between Afghanistan’s private sector and the Republic of Dagestan of the Russian Federation was held at the initiative of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI). During the meeting, traders and investors from both sides discussed opportunities to expand trade and investment cooperation. At the conclusion, four trade agreements worth a total of $14.5 million were signed.

The meeting was attended by 45 Afghan companies and 15 Dagestani companies operating in various economic and commercial sectors, along with a number of traders and representatives of the private sector.

The event was attended by Mr. Habibullah Omar, Deputy for Social and Cultural Affairs of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment; Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, Deputy for Strategic Relations; Mr. Enayatullah Sediqzai, Deputy for Services; Mr. Yahya Pashtun and Mr. Shukrullah Alami, Members of the Board of Directors; Zainullah Hassany, Acting CEO of the Executive Board; as well as a large number of Afghan traders and investors.

At the beginning of the meeting, Mr. Habibullah Omar, Deputy for Social and Cultural Affairs of ACCI, said in his speech that trade relations between the private sectors of Afghanistan and Dagestan are expanding, and that holding such meetings provides an important opportunity to develop trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two sides.

Referring to Afghanistan’s extensive economic potential, particularly in agriculture, mining, production development, food processing, energy generation, transportation, construction, and services, he stated that connecting Afghanistan’s economic capacities with similar capacities in Dagestan could create opportunities to increase bilateral trade, promote joint investments, and implement joint production projects.

The ACCI Deputy added that Afghanistan’s private sector is interested in elevating trade relations with Dagestan from limited exchanges and occasional transactions to broader, sustainable, and diversified economic cooperation. He emphasized the importance of reciprocal visits by business delegations, holding joint exhibitions and economic meetings, exchanging market information, facilitating transit and transportation, and introducing joint investment opportunities.

Mr. Omar invited Dagestani traders and investors to closely explore the investment opportunities available in Afghanistan. He also noted that Afghan traders and investors are interested in the commercial and investment opportunities available in the Dagestani market.

He assured the participants that ACCI is ready to provide the necessary support to strengthen trade relations between the private sectors of both sides, expand mutual cooperation, and facilitate the implementation of joint economic and production projects.

Meanwhile, Mr. Arslan Ali Gamzadov, Deputy of the Dagestan Chamber of Commerce, praised the efforts of ACCI in providing the necessary facilities for traders and investors. He stated that the increasing economic interaction between Afghanistan and Russia has created new opportunities for trade and investment cooperation between the private sectors of the two countries.

Mr. Gamzadov identified logistics as one of the key issues in developing trade between Afghanistan and Russia and emphasized the need to address existing logistical challenges and strengthen transportation and commercial facilities to further expand economic relations.

At the conclusion of the meeting, following B2B negotiations and discussions between Afghan and Dagestani traders and investors, four trade agreements worth a total of $14.5 million were signed.

The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment expressed hope that the implementation of these agreements will contribute to increasing trade between Afghanistan and Dagestan, strengthening relations between the private sectors of both sides, and creating new opportunities for joint investment.

Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

A number of traders and exporters from Kandahar Province, led by the Deputy Head of the Board of Directors of the Kandahar Chamber of Commerce and Investment, met with Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), to discuss the challenges and difficulties affecting the export process.

During the meeting, the exporters highlighted their major concerns, including restrictions and high costs associated with air cargo services, challenges related to land transit, difficulties in the issuance and acceptance of certificates of origin, the centralization of certain administrative procedures, lengthy tax assessment and business license renewal processes, challenges in obtaining Indian business visas, and the lack of an appropriate mechanism for export insurance and compensation for export-related losses.

After listening to the exporters’ concerns, the Chariman of ACCI issued the necessary instructions to the relevant departments regarding matters falling within the Chamber’s authority.

Considering that many of the issues raised are related to several government institutions and ministries, ACCI proposed holding a joint meeting with the participation of officials from the relevant institutions and representatives of Kandahar’s exporters. The meeting would provide an opportunity to directly review the challenges and develop practical solutions to address them.

The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment considers supporting exports, facilitating trade processes, and addressing the concerns of exporters among its key priorities.