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Sunday, October 11, 2026

As a result of a business networking meeting between Afghanistan’s private sector and representatives of guest countries, held on Friday evening on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo in Kabul, trade and investment memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth nearly USD 400 million were signed between representatives of domestic and foreign companies.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI); Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi; Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel; Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi; other deputies of the Chamber’s senior leadership; members of the Board of Directors; the acting head and deputies of the Executive Board; the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Afghanistan; the Deputy of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; and diplomatic and trade representatives from India, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and other guest countries.

Emphasis on Expanding Economic Cooperation and Investment
Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy for Investment at the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, described Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Exhibition and the direct business networking meetings as valuable opportunities to strengthen mutual trust, expand economic cooperation, and establish business partnerships between Afghanistan and countries across the region and the world.

Highlighting Afghanistan’s economic potential, including its strategic geographical location, natural resources, agricultural and industrial capabilities, and domestic products, he invited foreign traders and investors to take advantage of the available opportunities and invest in various sectors of the Afghan economy.

Mr. Sherzod Ibrahimov, Deputy of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, referred to the expanding economic relations between the two countries and stressed the need to implement previous agreements and address technical and administrative obstacles hindering the development of trade cooperation.

The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Kabul also emphasized the importance of trade exhibitions in showcasing the capacities, products, and services of participating countries and expanding economic relations between Afghanistan and countries in the region.

Bilateral Meetings and Signing of MoUs
As part of the practical activities, bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings were held between traders, investors, and company representatives from Afghanistan and guest countries. The meetings were supervised by Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy for Investment at the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment. Participants discussed trade opportunities, joint investments, and the establishment of economic partnerships.

As a result of these meetings, trade and investment MoUs worth nearly USD 400 million were signed between the relevant parties. These agreements are expected to pave the way for expanded economic cooperation, increased investment, and new business opportunities for domestic and foreign companies.

At the conclusion of the program, a dinner was hosted in honor of the trade delegations, diplomatic representatives, and other guests from participating countries. Held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere, the event provided an opportunity to strengthen relations and expand future cooperation between Afghan business leaders and representatives of guest countries.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition, marks a step towards strengthening direct connections among business leaders and expanding trade and investment cooperation between Afghanistan and countries across the region and the world.

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition was officially inaugurated on Wednesday in a grand ceremony attended by Mr. Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs; several Cabinet members and senior officials of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan; diplomatic representatives; trade delegations from various countries; and domestic and foreign traders and investors. The ceremony took place at the Afghanistan International Exhibition Center in Kabul.

The exhibition is organized at the initiative and under the auspices of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment. It provides an important platform for showcasing Afghanistan’s economic potential, promoting trade, attracting investment, and expanding economic cooperation with countries across the region and the world.

Speeches by Senior Officials at the Opening Ceremony
At the opening ceremony, speeches were delivered by Mr. Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs; Mr. Nooruddin Azizi, Acting Minister of Industry and Commerce; Mr. Din Mohammad Hanif, Acting Minister of Economy; Mr. Noor-ul-Haq Anwar, Director General of the General Directorate of Administrative Affairs; and Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment.

Mr. Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund welcomed the participation of domestic and foreign trade delegations and investors, emphasizing support for trade, encouragement of investment, strengthening domestic production, and providing the necessary facilities for economic activities.

He described the exhibition as a valuable opportunity to showcase Afghanistan’s production and export potential and to develop economic relations with countries in the region and around the world on the basis of mutual interests.

Similarly, Mr. Nooruddin Azizi, Acting Minister of Industry and Commerce, emphasized strengthening cooperation between government institutions and the private sector, supporting domestic production, and expanding Afghanistan’s trade relations.

ACCI Chairman Emphasizes Economic Growth
Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, expressed his appreciation for the participation of senior officials, diplomatic representatives, trade delegations, and domestic and foreign investors. He highlighted the important role of national and international exhibitions in developing the country’s economy.

He stated that the exhibition offers a valuable opportunity to showcase Afghanistan’s production, industrial, and export capacities, promote domestic products, attract investment, and establish sustainable economic partnerships between domestic and foreign companies.

The Chairman also emphasized the importance of joint investment, technology transfer, the development of value chains, and enhancing the competitiveness of Afghan products in regional and international markets.

Broad Participation by Domestic and Foreign Companies, Traders, and Investors
Approximately 700 booths are operating at the Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition. A total of 210 domestic companies and 113 foreign companies from various countries have secured booths to showcase their products and services across a range of economic sectors.

In addition to the exhibiting companies, more than 500 prominent foreign traders and investors from different countries are participating in the event to explore trade and investment opportunities, visit exhibition booths, conduct business negotiations, and establish economic partnerships.

A large number of domestic traders, industrialists, producers, and investors are also attending the exhibition.

The main sectors represented include agriculture and livestock, food industries, mining, construction, medical products, machinery, metal and wood industries, carpets and handicrafts, energy, technology, telecommunications, poultry farming, beekeeping, airline services, non-alcoholic beverages, and fresh and dried fruits.

Business Meetings and Strengthening Economic Cooperation
Alongside the exhibition, government–private sector meetings, sector-specific sessions, and bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings are being held among domestic and foreign traders, companies, and investors.

These meetings aim to identify investment opportunities, promote exports, expand markets, establish economic partnerships, and strengthen trade cooperation. They are also expected to facilitate the signing of MoUs and trade and investment agreements among participants.

The Exhibition’s Role in National Economic Development and Private Sector Strengthening
The exhibition represents an important step toward showcasing Afghanistan’s economic potential, supporting domestic production, attracting investment, and strengthening trade relations with countries across the region and the world.

As the country’s national institution representing the private sector, the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment continues to organize such events to promote trade, develop industries, increase exports, create employment opportunities, and support Afghanistan’s progress toward economic self-reliance.

The exhibition also provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen trust among traders and investors and establish sustainable economic partnerships.

Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition will continue for six days in Kabul.

Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI)

Saturday, October 10, 2026

As a result of the business networking meeting between the private sectors of Afghanistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran, organized by the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo in Kabul, 11 trade memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth a total of USD 451.8 million, equivalent to approximately AFN 29.5 billion, were signed.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI; Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, Deputy for Provincial Chambers Affairs; Mr. Zalgai Arian Azimi; other ACCI deputies; members of the Board of Directors and Executive Board; and representatives of trade organizations, traders, industrialists, and investors from both countries.

Emphasis on Expanding Economic Cooperation and Investment
Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI, highlighted the historical, cultural, and economic ties between the two countries. He described Afghanistan’s potential in agriculture, mining, energy, manufacturing, food processing, and transit as valuable opportunities for expanding trade and joint investment. He also invited Iranian investors to take advantage of the investment opportunities available in Afghanistan.

Mr. Abdul Qadir Qiafeh, Vice Chairman of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, and Mr. Mahmoud Seyadat, Co-Chairman of the Iran–Afghanistan Joint Chamber of Commerce, also emphasized expanding trade exchanges, promoting joint investment, and strengthening cooperation in industry, mining, energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and livestock.

Bilateral Business Meetings and Signing of MoUs
As part of the practical proceedings, bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings were held between traders, investors, and company representatives from Afghanistan and Iran under the supervision of Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, ACCI Deputy for Provincial Chambers Affairs. During these meetings, participants discussed potential partnerships, investment opportunities, and ways to expand trade relations between the two countries.

As a result, 11 trade MoUs worth a total of USD 451.8 million were signed in the sectors of construction, energy, mining, technology, telecommunications, and food supplies. These MoUs are expected to pave the way for increased joint investment, expanded economic cooperation, and new trade opportunities between the two countries.

At the conclusion of the program, a reception was hosted in honor of the guests and the trade delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition, represents a step toward strengthening direct connections between traders and investors and expanding economic and trade cooperation between Afghanistan and Iran.

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Mr. Sayed Karim Hashimi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, accompanied by Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, Deputy for Provincial Affairs, and Mr. Mirajan Solaimankhel, Deputy for Policy and Government Relations met with the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan to discuss the expansion of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.

Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, Deputy for Provincial Affairs of ACCI highlighted Turkmenistan’s strategic importance for Afghanistan’s trade and transit and emphasized the need to make greater use of the existing economic and commercial opportunities between the two countries. He noted that, given the limitations and temporary closures of certain trade routes, the development of the Turkmenistan transit route and the establishment of diverse, reliable, and sustainable transit corridors could play an important role in facilitating Afghanistan’s trade and improving Afghan traders’ access to regional and international markets.

During the meeting, both sides emphasized increasing bilateral trade, facilitating transit, exchanging business delegations, establishing direct connections between traders and investors, and identifying opportunities for joint investment.

In this regard, Mr. Sayed Karim Hashimi, Chairman of ACCI formally invited the Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan to visit Afghanistan at the head of a business and economic delegation. The invitation was welcomed and it was agreed that the visit would take place in November 2026.

The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for joint business meetings, strengthen practical cooperation between the private sectors of the two countries, and contribute to the further development of economic relations between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan.

Saturday, October 10, 2026

A Government-to-Business (B2G) Forum was held on the sidelines of the Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo with the participation of representatives of sectoral institutions of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, as well as representatives of companies and private-sector organizations from countries participating in the exhibition.

The forum was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Da Afghanistan Bank, and Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, alongside representatives of Afghanistan’s private sector and trade delegations from the Islamic Republic of Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and several other countries in the region.

During the meeting, participants discussed investment opportunities, Afghanistan’s economic potential, government facilities and services available to investors, and ways to expand trade and economic cooperation.

Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel, ACCI Deputy for Policy and Government Relations, welcomed the participation of trade delegations from regional countries and emphasized the importance of holding such forums to establish direct communication between the government and the private sector.

He outlined Afghanistan’s existing potential in agriculture and livestock, mining, industry, and trade, and invited representatives of companies and investors from participating countries, particularly Iran, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, to explore investment opportunities and establish joint partnerships.

Mr. Sulaimankhel added that joint investment, making effective use of existing capacities, and expanding regional economic cooperation could help increase trade, create economic opportunities, and strengthen commercial relations between Afghanistan and other countries in the region.

Representatives of government institutions also provided information on the facilities, services, and support mechanisms available to the private sector and investors. They emphasized the importance of utilizing existing opportunities to promote investment in Afghanistan.

Alongside the exhibition’s B2B meetings and specialized sessions, the forum provided a platform for direct dialogue among government institutions, traders, companies, and domestic and foreign investors. It is expected to contribute to identifying new opportunities, establishing joint partnerships, and facilitating trade and investment agreements.

Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo opened in Kabul on 7th of October 2026 and will continue for six days.

Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI)