ECONOMY — June 29, 2026
Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan Sign Trade and Investment Deals Worth Over $350 Million
The agreements include a 300 million dollar cement factory project in Kyrgyzstan and plans to create a joint chamber of commerce to expand economic ties.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — 2 min read
Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan have signed trade and investment agreements worth more than 350 million dollars at their first joint business forum in Bishkek. The forum brought together government officials and private sector representatives from both countries to advance economic cooperation.
The largest project covered by the agreements is a 300 million dollar investment to construct a cement factory in Kyrgyzstan. This initiative forms the centerpiece of the deals reached during the gathering.
The two sides also agreed to establish a joint chamber of commerce. The new body is intended to expand trade, attract additional investment, and strengthen broader economic ties between Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan.
The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment stated that the agreements were signed in the presence of officials and business representatives from both nations. The forum provided the setting for finalizing these arrangements focused on mutual economic interests.
The event marked the first joint business forum between the two countries. Concrete project commitments and institutional mechanisms emerged as direct results of the discussions held in Bishkek.
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