Afghanistan seeks deeper trade ties with India
Kabul: Afghanistan’s top trade body has called for expanding trade and investment ties with India, urging New Delhi to ease business procedures, remove administrative barriers, and facilitate the issuance of business visas.
The proposals were discussed in Kabul during a meeting between Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) Chairman Sayed Karim Hashemi and Indian Ambassador to Afghanistan Yatin Patel, according to officials.
ACCI stressed that smoother business access and fewer administrative hurdles would help boost bilateral trade and encourage Afghan and Indian businesses to invest across sectors.
The outreach comes as India has been stepping up engagement with Kabul. Afghan Agriculture Minister Mawlawi Ataullah Omari visited New Delhi earlier this month, signaling renewed focus on economic cooperation.
Both sides agreed to explore ways to strengthen trade corridors, improve connectivity, and create a more predictable environment for businesses. India remains one of Afghanistan’s key trading partners, and officials said deepening economic ties could support stability and growth in the region.
