Mr. Alhaj Sayed Karim Hashemi, chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), met with Mr. Alhaj Ayamuddin Ayam, chairman of the Afghan-American Trade and Investment Council (AATIC), and Mr. Nader Atash, senior advisor of the Council, at the main office of the ACCI.
During the meeting, both sides held comprehensive discussions and exchanged views regarding the expansion of trade, strengthening economic cooperation and joint investments between Afghanistan and the United States, as well as attracting American and European companies to invest in Afghanistan. Existing opportunities in the sectors of trade, infrastructure, energy, services, and other economic fields were also reviewed.
Mr. Ayamuddin Ayam provided information about the activities of the Afghan-American Trade and Investment Council and emphasized the expansion of trade relations, attraction of investments, creation of new economic opportunities, and strengthening joint cooperation between Afghan traders and international investors. He described the role of the private sector as vital for the country’s economic growth and expressed the Council’s full readiness to cooperate in the areas of trade development, investment attraction, and joint economic activities.
Mr. Hashemi, while welcoming the chairman and senior advisor of AATIC, appreciated the Council’s activities and described them as important for the expansion of trade between Afghanistan and foreign countries, as well as for encouraging Afghan traders and investors residing in the United States and European countries to invest in Afghanistan.
The chairman of ACCI also spoke about the nationwide security situation in Afghanistan and the favorable investment opportunities available in the country. He assured the chamber’s full cooperation, in coordination with relevant government institutions, in supporting private sector activities and investments.
During the meeting, the Afghan-American Trade and Investment Council proposed the signing of a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment to establish a framework for economic cooperation, facilitate investment processes, and expand trade relations among Afghan, American, and European investors. The proposal was approved in principle by the chamber, and it was agreed that a final decision would be made after sharing the details and preparing the draft agreement.
At the end of the meeting, both sides expressed hope that such meetings would pave the way for greater economic cooperation and stronger trade relations in Afghanistan.
Tuesday, 19.05.2026
