Saturday, October 10, 2026
A Government-to-Business (B2G) Forum was held on the sidelines of the Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo with the participation of representatives of sectoral institutions of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, as well as representatives of companies and private-sector organizations from countries participating in the exhibition.
The forum was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, Da Afghanistan Bank, and Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, alongside representatives of Afghanistan’s private sector and trade delegations from the Islamic Republic of Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and several other countries in the region.
During the meeting, participants discussed investment opportunities, Afghanistan’s economic potential, government facilities and services available to investors, and ways to expand trade and economic cooperation.
Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel, ACCI Deputy for Policy and Government Relations, welcomed the participation of trade delegations from regional countries and emphasized the importance of holding such forums to establish direct communication between the government and the private sector.
He outlined Afghanistan’s existing potential in agriculture and livestock, mining, industry, and trade, and invited representatives of companies and investors from participating countries, particularly Iran, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, to explore investment opportunities and establish joint partnerships.
Mr. Sulaimankhel added that joint investment, making effective use of existing capacities, and expanding regional economic cooperation could help increase trade, create economic opportunities, and strengthen commercial relations between Afghanistan and other countries in the region.
Representatives of government institutions also provided information on the facilities, services, and support mechanisms available to the private sector and investors. They emphasized the importance of utilizing existing opportunities to promote investment in Afghanistan.
Alongside the exhibition’s B2B meetings and specialized sessions, the forum provided a platform for direct dialogue among government institutions, traders, companies, and domestic and foreign investors. It is expected to contribute to identifying new opportunities, establishing joint partnerships, and facilitating trade and investment agreements.
Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo opened in Kabul on 7th of October 2026 and will continue for six days.
Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI)
