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Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Dr. Mohammad Jebran Mudasser officially began his tenure as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment following his successful completion of an open competitive recruitment process. He was introduced during a ceremony attended by the leadership and staff of Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce & Investment.

Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI, congratulated the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer and expressed appreciation for the services of Zainullah Hassany, Deputy for Finance and Administration and former Acting Chief Executive Officer. He emphasized the importance of honesty, integrity, workplace coordination, adherence to the administrative hierarchy, and compliance with established principles and regulations.

Mr. Mujib-ul-Rahman Shirzad, Deputy for Strategic Affairs at ACCI’s provided information about the selection process, stating that it had been conducted through open competition based on established criteria.

Dr. Mudasser thanked the Chamber’s leadership for its confidence in him and pledged to carry out his responsibilities in accordance with ACCI’s statutes and the country’s applicable laws and regulations, with honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility.

The ceremony was attended by Mr. Zalgai Arian Azimi, Deputy for Investment; Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel, Deputy for Policy & Government Relations; Mr. Noor Ahmad Noor Alam, Deputy for Economic Development; Mr. Enayatullah Siddiqzi, Deputy for Services; members of the Board of Directors; the Head of the Secretariat; and the deputies and staff of the Executive Board.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer proceeded to his office and formally assumed his responsibilities.

Sunday, October 11, 2026

As a result of a business networking meeting between Afghanistan’s private sector and representatives of guest countries, held on Friday evening on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo in Kabul, trade and investment memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth nearly USD 400 million were signed between representatives of domestic and foreign companies.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI); Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi; Mr. Mirajan Sulaimankhel; Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi; other deputies of the Chamber’s senior leadership; members of the Board of Directors; the acting head and deputies of the Executive Board; the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Afghanistan; the Deputy of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; and diplomatic and trade representatives from India, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and other guest countries.

Emphasis on Expanding Economic Cooperation and Investment
Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy for Investment at the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, described Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Exhibition and the direct business networking meetings as valuable opportunities to strengthen mutual trust, expand economic cooperation, and establish business partnerships between Afghanistan and countries across the region and the world.

Highlighting Afghanistan’s economic potential, including its strategic geographical location, natural resources, agricultural and industrial capabilities, and domestic products, he invited foreign traders and investors to take advantage of the available opportunities and invest in various sectors of the Afghan economy.

Mr. Sherzod Ibrahimov, Deputy of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, referred to the expanding economic relations between the two countries and stressed the need to implement previous agreements and address technical and administrative obstacles hindering the development of trade cooperation.

The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Kabul also emphasized the importance of trade exhibitions in showcasing the capacities, products, and services of participating countries and expanding economic relations between Afghanistan and countries in the region.

Bilateral Meetings and Signing of MoUs
As part of the practical activities, bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings were held between traders, investors, and company representatives from Afghanistan and guest countries. The meetings were supervised by Mr. Arian Zalgai Azimi, Deputy for Investment at the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment. Participants discussed trade opportunities, joint investments, and the establishment of economic partnerships.

As a result of these meetings, trade and investment MoUs worth nearly USD 400 million were signed between the relevant parties. These agreements are expected to pave the way for expanded economic cooperation, increased investment, and new business opportunities for domestic and foreign companies.

At the conclusion of the program, a dinner was hosted in honor of the trade delegations, diplomatic representatives, and other guests from participating countries. Held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere, the event provided an opportunity to strengthen relations and expand future cooperation between Afghan business leaders and representatives of guest countries.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition, marks a step towards strengthening direct connections among business leaders and expanding trade and investment cooperation between Afghanistan and countries across the region and the world.

Monday, October 12, 2026

The international program “After Harvest. AgroSeason 2026” was held on 8 October 2026 in the city of Kostanay, Kazakhstan, with the participation of the heads of 10 Afghan companies, The delegation was led by Mr. Alhaj Wahidullah Azizi Member of the Board of Directors and Head of the Food Committee of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, The program included an exhibition of agricultural machinery and products, as well as direct business-to-business (B2B) negotiations between companies from the two countries.

The Afghan trade delegation included major importers of agricultural products, particularly from Herat Province, as well as from Kabul, Kandahar and Mazar-i-Sharif; Herat Province holds an important position in expanding agricultural and trade cooperation between the two sides and is regarded as one of Kostanay Region’s key partners in the agricultural sector.

The primary objective of the visit was to establish and strengthen direct trade relations between Kazakhstani wheat and flour producers and Afghan buyers, while creating opportunities to expand economic cooperation between the two countries.

During the program, five trade contracts with a total value of USD 55 million were signed, These contracts cover the supply of wheat and other agricultural products worth USD 40 million, and the supply of flour worth USD 15 million.

The visit was conducted within the framework of implementing the roadmap aimed at increasing trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Afghanistan to USD 3 billion, as well as following up on intergovernmental agreements reached during the visit of a Kazakhstani government delegation to Kabul in June 2026. These agreements were also related to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the administration of Herat Province.

Organizing such programs helps establish direct links between Kazakhstani producers and Afghan buyers, creating new opportunities to develop bilateral trade, increase exports and imports of agricultural products, and expand joint investment between the two countries.

Saturday, October 10, 2026

As a result of the business networking meeting between the private sectors of Afghanistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran, organized by the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo in Kabul, 11 trade memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth a total of USD 451.8 million, equivalent to approximately AFN 29.5 billion, were signed.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI; Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, Deputy for Provincial Chambers Affairs; Mr. Zalgai Arian Azimi; other ACCI deputies; members of the Board of Directors and Executive Board; and representatives of trade organizations, traders, industrialists, and investors from both countries.

Emphasis on Expanding Economic Cooperation and Investment
Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of ACCI, highlighted the historical, cultural, and economic ties between the two countries. He described Afghanistan’s potential in agriculture, mining, energy, manufacturing, food processing, and transit as valuable opportunities for expanding trade and joint investment. He also invited Iranian investors to take advantage of the investment opportunities available in Afghanistan.

Mr. Abdul Qadir Qiafeh, Vice Chairman of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, and Mr. Mahmoud Seyadat, Co-Chairman of the Iran–Afghanistan Joint Chamber of Commerce, also emphasized expanding trade exchanges, promoting joint investment, and strengthening cooperation in industry, mining, energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and livestock.

Bilateral Business Meetings and Signing of MoUs
As part of the practical proceedings, bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings were held between traders, investors, and company representatives from Afghanistan and Iran under the supervision of Mr. Faiz Ahmad Khawafi, ACCI Deputy for Provincial Chambers Affairs. During these meetings, participants discussed potential partnerships, investment opportunities, and ways to expand trade relations between the two countries.

As a result, 11 trade MoUs worth a total of USD 451.8 million were signed in the sectors of construction, energy, mining, technology, telecommunications, and food supplies. These MoUs are expected to pave the way for increased joint investment, expanded economic cooperation, and new trade opportunities between the two countries.

At the conclusion of the program, a reception was hosted in honor of the guests and the trade delegation of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Exhibition, represents a step toward strengthening direct connections between traders and investors and expanding economic and trade cooperation between Afghanistan and Iran.

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi, Chairman of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment met with Mr. Jeffrey Greico Chairman of the Afghan-American Chamber of Commerce (AACC), and several members of the Chamber at ACCI’s main office in Kabul. The meeting focused on expanding economic cooperation, strengthening trade relations, and exploring investment opportunities.

Welcoming the visiting delegation, Mr. Sayed Karim Hashemi emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the private sectors of the two countries. He described the establishment of large joint-stock companies with the participation of domestic and foreign investors as an effective mechanism for financing major economic projects.

Referring to Afghanistan’s economic potential, he also invited American traders and investors to invest in infrastructure and industrial sectors, particularly oil refining, mineral extraction and processing, and other major production projects.

In response, Mr. Jeffrey Greico expressed appreciation for the efforts of ACCI. He described the successful organization of Imam Abu Hanifa (RA) Fifth National and International Expo, along with the broad participation of traders, industrialists, and representatives from neighboring and regional countries, as a valuable step toward showcasing Afghanistan’s economic potential and expanding trade relations.

Mr. Greico also proposed organizing specialized economic panels, encouraging business participation in regional and international conferences, and expanding engagement with international economic institutions to strengthen trade cooperation.

At the conclusion of the meeting, several members of the Afghan-American Chamber of Commerce shared their views and proposals on developing trade relations and identifying opportunities for joint investment.