ECONOMY — June 23, 2026
Kazakhstan Signs Zinc Export Contract with Afghan Company
The agreement was signed during the opening of the Kazakhstan Trade House in Kabul and covers annual shipments of approximately 30,000 tons valued at 18.88 million dollars. Bilateral trade exceeded 541 million dollars in 2025 with a target of 3 billion dollars.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Ariana News — 2 min read
Kazakhstan's ShalkiyaZinc company signed a contract with the Afghan-German Bakhtar company for the import of zinc ore from Afghanistan. The contract specifies the annual import of about 30,000 tons of zinc ore. The value of the contract is 18.88 million dollars, and the ore is meant to supply Kazzinc factories.
The contract signing took place during the opening of the Kazakhstan Trade House in Kabul. It was part of a visit by a high-level Kazakh delegation. The delegation was led by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy.
Trade volume between the two countries reached over 541 million dollars in 2025. A target has been set to increase the trade volume to 3 billion dollars. Kazakhstan views Afghanistan as a market with expanding opportunities in mining, agriculture, and construction.
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During the opening ceremony, a $18.88 million contract was signed between ShalkiyaZinc Ltd. and Afghan German Bakhtar Company for the annual supply of 30,000 tons of zinc ore to Kazakhstan.
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