Eurasian Development Bank Reports About $200 Million in Eurasian Investments in Afghanistan

The Eurasian Development Bank reports that investments from Eurasian countries in Afghanistan's economy have reached about 200 million dollars, mainly from Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan.

Kazakhstan has invested in a commercial center in Herat and plans a 120 km Torghundi-Herat railway project for 2026-2027, including a fiber optic line. Its total investments could reach 500 million dollars.

Turkmenistan has invested about 100 million dollars, primarily in the TAPI gas pipeline, with the Afghanistan section entering the investment phase since 2024.

Uzbekistan's investments total about 57 million dollars, focused on the development of the Tutimidan gas field for 25 years.

Projects under review include the construction of two power transmission lines and three power stations, estimated at around 250 million dollars. These encompass a 500 kV line from Surkhan to Pul-e Khumri.

A Trans-Afghan railway corridor is also under consideration to connect Central Asia to the Indian Ocean via Afghanistan.

Expansion of investments depends on security improvements, access to international financial systems, and guarantees for investor rights.