ECONOMY — May 10, 2026
Uzbek Delegation Visits Balkh for Trade Conference and Exhibition
A high-level delegation from the Republic of Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan, visited Balkh province to participate in a trade conference and open a product exhibition in Mazar-i-Sharif.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — corroborated by Pajhwok — 2 min read

A high-level delegation from the Republic of Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan, has traveled to Balkh province to strengthen economic and trade cooperation. The delegation is led by Amanbay Orynbayev, who serves as the Chairman of the Supreme Council of Karakalpakstan.
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the visit is centered on holding a trade and business networking conference. These events are intended to facilitate economic meetings between representatives of the private sector from both regions, aiming to expand commercial partnerships.
In addition to the conference, the delegation will officially inaugurate an exhibition in Mazar-i-Sharif. This exhibition will feature a variety of Uzbek domestic products and examples of their industrial production, providing a platform to showcase the economic capabilities of the Republic of Karakalpakstan.
Mawlawi Shahabuddin Saqib, the Deputy Minister for Finance and Administration at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is accompanying the delegation during their visit to the province to coordinate the trade activities.
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Reliability assessment
Two independent sources corroborate the core event and provide consistent details. The reports are attributed to a named government entity (Ministry of Commerce and Industry) and include a named high-ranking official.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
- High-Level Uzbek Delegation Arrives in Kabul to Boost Economic Ties – DID PRESS AGENCYen.didpress.com
During the visit, the delegation is expected to travel to Balkh province, where they will attend additional commercial sessions and inaugurate an exhibition showcasing Uzbek products
- High-ranking Uzbek delegation arrives in Kabul to boost trade ties | Ariana News | Afghanistan Newsariananews.af
As part of the visit, the Uzbek delegation is also scheduled to travel to Balkh province, where members will attend additional trade meetings and inaugurate an exhibition showcasing Uzbekistan’s domestic products.
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Where reports agree
- A delegation from Karakalpakstan, Uzbekistan visited Balkh province.
- The delegation is led by Amanbay Orynbayev (Chairman of the Supreme Council of Karakalpakstan).
- The visit involves a trade conference, business meetings, and the opening of an exhibition of Uzbek products in Mazar-i-Sharif.
- The information is attributed to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI).
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Pajhwok
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Economy — Uzbekistan, Karakalpakstan, Balkh, Mazar-i-Sharif, Trade
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