ECONOMY — June 13, 2026
Afghan Chamber President Meets Iranian Delegation to Expand Trade Ties
The talks highlighted Afghanistan's potential for Iranian investment and specific export goods such as cotton, meat and minerals. Officials from both sides expressed commitment to enhancing private sector collaboration.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio — 2 min read
Sayed Karim Hashimi, president of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, met in Kabul with a delegation from the Iran-Afghanistan Joint Chamber and Iran's ambassador to Kabul, Alireza Beikdeli. The discussions centered on expanding trade, investment and economic exchanges between the two countries.
Hashimi said Afghanistan offers suitable conditions for Iranian traders and investors due to its natural resources, transit location and investment opportunities. Iranian Ambassador Alireza Beikdeli described the delegation visit as reflecting Tehran's serious intention to develop economic cooperation and stressed the continuation of private sector cooperation.
Mahmoud Sayadat, president of the Iran-Afghanistan Joint Chamber, said the delegation's goal is to strengthen Afghanistan's exports to Iran, specifically cotton, meat and mineral materials. Both sides emphasized joint cooperation to develop trade relations, increase exports and utilize economic capacities.
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