Mr. Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, Deputy for Strategic Relations at the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, participated in the Doha Process Working Group Meetings, held on 4 and 5 November 2026 in Termez, Republic of Uzbekistan, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). During the meetings, he delivered two specialized presentations on key economic issues.
The meetings brought together officials from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representatives of relevant sectoral ministries, the United Nations, diplomats, international and regional partners, and experts from various fields. Discussions focused on the readiness of Afghan agricultural products for export, human resource development, and the availability of a skilled workforce.
In his first presentation, Mr. Shirzad highlighted Afghanistan’s economic progress and the gradual increase in domestic investment. He also outlined the major challenges facing the country’s exports, particularly the lack of internationally recognized certificates, limited laboratory testing capacity, the need for international accreditation, and the importance of strengthening standardization and quality control systems.
His second presentation addressed the shortage of skilled workers in Afghanistan’s industrial, production, and commercial sectors. He emphasized the need for coordination among the private sector, universities, and technical and vocational education and training (TVET) centers to develop a workforce that meets labor market requirements.
Furthermore, to translate the discussions into practical action, he proposed holding two specialized workshops in Kabul with the participation of the government, private sector, and international community. These workshops would aim to define responsibilities, identify practical solutions, and develop a clear roadmap for addressing export barriers and strengthening the country’s human resource capacity.
The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment reaffirms its commitment to supporting the business community, strengthening exports, attracting investment, and expanding cooperation with national and international institutions to promote sustainable economic growth in Afghanistan.
