Afghan and Turkish Officials Discuss Expanding Bilateral Trade and Investment

Seyed Karim Hashemi, head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, met with Edin Aylidiz, Chargé d’Affaires at the Turkish Embassy in Kabul, to discuss strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The meeting centered on expanding bilateral trade relations, promoting joint investment initiatives, and increasing export volumes between Afghanistan and Turkey.

During the talks, both officials underscored the importance of establishing a formal joint trade council to facilitate ongoing commercial dialogue. Discussions also covered strategies to reduce logistical barriers and enhance financial linkages between the two economies. They agreed that a dedicated institutional framework would help coordinate economic priorities and provide a structured platform for resolving trade-related matters.

Hashemi and Aylidiz emphasized the mutual commitment to further developing economic cooperation between the two countries. They noted that sustained engagement between Afghan and Turkish business representatives would help identify new opportunities for cross-border commerce and encourage private sector participation.

The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their intention to advance bilateral economic objectives through continued coordination. Officials indicated that the proposed trade council would serve as a primary mechanism for implementing the discussed initiatives and maintaining steady progress in commercial relations. Both parties agreed to maintain open channels of communication as they work toward formalizing the new economic framework.