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Kabul: Officials in Herat province have recently announced the opening of a joint trade chamber between Afghanistan and Kazakhstan in this province. The Afghan authorities stated that the Afghanistan-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce was inaugurated on Sunday, April 14th, by Hayatullah Mohajer Farahi, the Deputy Governor of Herat, and Ali Khan Yessim Goldiev, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan in Kabul, and the President of the Chamber of Commerce of Kazakhstan.
The establishment of the Afghanistan-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce aims to facilitate and enhance trade relations between the two countries, according to officials. This initiative underscores the commitment to fostering economic cooperation amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.
This development coincides with the Ministry of Commerce’s announcement in August last year, revealing that the private sectors of Afghanistan and Kazakhstan had forged trade contracts exceeding $100 million in the city of Astana. Kazakhstan’s proactive engagement in bolstering trade ties with Afghanistan reflects a growing trend among nations seeking to expand economic partnerships amid shifting political landscapes.
Kazakhstan’s proactive stance in strengthening trade relations with Afghanistan underscores the country’s commitment to fostering regional economic integration and connectivity. As Afghanistan navigates through new geopolitical realities, initiatives like the Afghanistan-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce serve as vital platforms for enhancing economic resilience and fostering mutual prosperity.