The situation has worsened since Afghanistan imposed a three-month ban on medicine imports from Pakistan, further constricting trade.
Officials described the visit as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen regional cooperation and establish reliable, cost-effective transit corridors for Afghan exports and imports.
Ariana Airlines has been directed to acquire a dedicated cargo aircraft as soon as possible.
Minister Azizi welcomed Kazakhstan’s growing engagement, noting Afghanistan’s interest in attracting Kazakh investment in agriculture, energy, transport, mining, and construction.
According to reliable sources, the existing waiver expired on Tuesday, but following intensive negotiations, India succeeded in obtaining an extension from Washington.
The initiative is intended to strengthen regional transport connectivity and improve transit efficiency between South and Central Asia.
Azerbaijan plays a critical role in this corridor, leveraging its Baku International Sea Trade Port, Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway, and regional logistics zones.