The Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Afghanistan has actually announced a renewed commitment to boosting cooperation between Afghanistan and Turkey in the carpet market, with a particular focus on increasing Afghan carpet exports to European markets through Turkey.During a meeting kept in Kabul, Acting Minister of Commerce and Industry, Nooruddin Azizi, consulted with Ahmet Diler, President of the Turkish Carpet Union, and his accompanying delegation.The discussion centered on strengthening joint efforts in the carpet sector and using Turkey’& rsquo; s trade facilities to help with Afghan carpet access to European consumers.According to the main statement, the meeting was likewise participated in by leaders of the Afghan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Union.Both sides underscored the cultural and financial value of Afghan carpets, recognizing them as a nationwide symbol and among Afghanistan’& rsquo; s most valuable export commodities.Diler applauded the high quality of Afghan carpets and noted their favorable influence on Turkey’& rsquo; s own carpet industry.He stated: “& ldquo; With around 500 members, the Turkish Carpet Union is all set to support Afghanistan’& rsquo; s carpet sector and to motivate needed financial investments in this area.”& rdquo; In reaction, Azizi repeated the exceptional quality and national significance of Afghan carpets.He stressed that closer cooperation in between the carpet unions of both countries, along with a reduction in tariffs on Afghan carpets by the Turkish government, would considerably ease their export to Europe—-- bringing economic advantages to both nations.Azizi likewise expressed Afghanistan’& rsquo; s desire to actively engage in joint marketing campaigns, marketing initiatives, website and exhibit development, cultural awareness programs, and trade missions.Furthermore, he proposed the launch of a collaborative initiative among significant carpet-producing nations—-- particularly Afghanistan, Turkey, and Turkmenistan, the latter having a dedicated Ministry of Carpets—-- to promote worldwide appreciation for handwoven carpets.At the conclusion of the conference, the Afghan and Turkish carpet unions signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) during Diler’& rsquo; s main visit to Kabul, marking an official commitment to advancing joint activities and reinforcing sectoral cooperation.The Turkish delegation’& rsquo; s visit was extended at the official invitation of the Afghan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Union and is viewed as a substantial step towards deepening commercial and cultural ties between the two countries.The post Afghanistan, Turkey to improve carpet market ties and expand exports to Europe initially appeared on TINS News|Afghanistan News.