ECONOMY — April 7, 2026
Afghanistan and Uzbekistan Hold Joint Commercial Meeting in Kabul, Sign 13 Pharma Contracts Worth Over $25 Million
Afghanistan and Uzbekistan held a joint commercial meeting in Kabul focused on economic ties and pharmaceutical cooperation, during which 13 contracts worth over $25 million were signed between traders from both nations.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hurriyat — corroborated by RTA — 2 min read

KABUL — A joint commercial meeting between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan was held in Kabul, with participants emphasizing the expansion of economic relations, facilitation of bilateral trade and cooperation in the pharmaceutical industry.
Mullah Hamdullah Fitrat stated that the discussions focused on commitments to investment and providing facilities for traders.
Maulvi Hamdullah Zahed described the meeting as an important opportunity for cooperation between the two countries and underscored support for investment initiatives.
Abdullah Azizov expressed Uzbekistan's readiness to cooperate with Afghanistan in pharmaceutical production.
During the event, pharmaceutical traders from both countries signed 13 commercial contracts valued at more than $25 million.
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Reliability assessment
Corroborated by two outlets (Hurriyat, RTA) with direct on-record statements from named officials Mullah Hamdullah Fitrat and Maulvi Hamdullah Zahed.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
the agreements were signed in Kabul during a business conference between private sector representatives from both countries. Abdullah Azizov, head of Uzbekistan’s pharmaceutical industry development agency, said ...
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Where reports agree
- Joint commercial meeting in Kabul focused on economic and pharmaceutical cooperation
- Named officials from both sides expressed commitment to bilateral trade and investment
- 13 contracts worth over $25M signed
Filed by 2 outlets
Hurriyat
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RTA
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Economy — Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kabul, Islamic Emirate, pharmaceutical trade
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