Business & Economics

Exports of Afghanistan’s fresh fruits and vegetables will soon begin through an air corridor established in cooperation with Uzbekistan, an official said on Wednesday.

Construction work on large oil storage facilities has been launched at the Rozanak railway station to facilitate unloading and distribution of petroleum products in western Herat province.

Officials at the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) say laboratory analyses show some imported teas contain artificial coloring agents.

NEILI (Pajhwok): A determined woman is taking bold steps toward economic self-reliance and reaching out to other women to support them in gaining financial independence while women face economic hardships in central Daikundi province.

Local officials in western Herat province say imports through the Herat–Khaf railway have recorded a nearly fivefold increase compared to last year.

Officials of the Herat Chamber of Industries and Mines say that dozens of industrial companies in the western province are currently exporting their products to international markets.

Petrol, sugar and gold prices declined while that of cooking oil, diesel and liquefied gas surged during the outgoing week in Kabul, market sources said on Saturday.

KABUL (Pajhwok): The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA) says no agreement has been reached with Iran so far regarding the issuance of work visas to Afghans.

Minister of Commerce and Industry Nooruddin Azizi and Kazakhstan’s Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin have underlined the importance of expediting transit processes and simplifying customs procedures to boost regional trade and increase exchanges between Kabul, Astana and other Central Asian countries.

Afghan and Kazakh officials have emphasized the importance of expanding trade relations, increasing bilateral trade and implementing a roadmap for closer cooperation.

KABUL (Pajhwok): On the sidelines of the Afghanistan-Kazakhstan Trade Forum held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, agreements worth over $360 million were signed between 15 Afghan and Kazakh companiesin various economic sectors.

KABUL (Pajhwok): The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) says an exhibition showcasing Afghanistan’s products and industries has been inaugurated in Shymkent city of Kazakhstan.