INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Kazakh-Afghan Business Forum opened in the Kazakh capital Astana on Wednesday bringing together trade officials and members of the private
sector.The Afghan Ministry of Industry and Commerce said that the forum is being attended by representatives of the banking sector,
transport, communications, manufacturers of carpets, beverages, medicines and precious stones.The forum also includes representatives from
agriculture, fuel, logistics, services, industries and construction sectors.The forum is aimed at increasing the volume of trade between
Afghanistan and Kazakhstan, addressing problems and increasing coordination between private sectors of the two countries.Simultaneously, a
three-day expo showcasing Afghan and Kazakh products has opened in Astana.At least 350 Afghan companies have products on display at 70
This includes agricultural, industrial and mineral products.Nooruddin Azizi, Acting Minister of Industry and Commerce, said that the
expansion of trade relations between Afghanistan and Kazakhstan could lead to the improvement of the economic situation of both
countries.Today, a good opportunity has been created for companies from different industries to discuss various issues such as exchanging
goods and services, presenting business proposals, sharing experiences and knowledge, and even signing cooperation and commercial
contracts,& Azizi said.According to statistics, currently the trade exchange between Afghanistan and Kazakhstan totals $2 billion per
year.Afghans participating at the expo have expressed hope that they can draw the attention of foreign investors to Afghanistan. The post
Kazakh-Afghan Business Forum opens in Astana first appeared on Ariana News.
