ECONOMY — May 13, 2026
Afghan Chamber of Commerce and Uzbek Officials Discuss Economic Cooperation
The head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industries met with Uzbek officials from Karakalpakstan to discuss trade, transit, and investment. The Afghan Minister of Industry and Commerce has also requested a coordination office in Termez.
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Sayed Karim Hashimi, the head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industries (ACCI), held talks with representatives from the Republic of Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan, to discuss the expansion of economic cooperation.
The discussions centered on several key areas, including the growth of trade, the improvement of transit corridors, and the attraction of new investments. Both sides emphasized the importance of regional economic cooperation to foster growth for the private sectors involved.
In a related effort to streamline business operations, the Afghan Minister of Industry and Commerce has requested the establishment of a coordination office in Termez, Uzbekistan. This proposed office is intended to serve as a hub for facilitating coordination between traders and private sector entities, aiming to reduce barriers to trade and enhance bilateral commercial ties.
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