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Uzbekistan, Afghanistan discuss boosting economic ties at Tashkent Forum
The two sides engaged in comprehensive discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in trade, transport and logistics, energy, agriculture, and the exploration and extraction of minerals.
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has met with Afghanistan’s Acting Minister of Industry and Trade, Nooruddin Azizi, during the International Investment Forum in Tashkent to discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation across key sectors.
The two sides engaged in comprehensive discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in trade, transport and logistics, energy, agriculture, and the exploration and extraction of minerals.
Both parties acknowledged the steady growth in business relations in recent years.
Trade volumes between the two countries have increased, joint ventures are multiplying, and regular business missions and trade fairs are helping to deepen commercial engagement.
Uzbekistan’s International Trade Center in Termez remains a vital hub for cross-border activity, while the opening of new Uzbek trade houses in Kabul and Mazar-e-Sharif in May 2025 has further strengthened the country’s economic footprint in Afghanistan.
Mirziyoyev meanwhile stressed the need to expand the legal and institutional framework guiding bilateral economic relations, particularly in trade and investment.
A focal point of the discussion was the swift launch of the Hairatan Industrial Center, envisioned as a manufacturing base for pharmaceuticals, textiles, furniture, construction materials, and agricultural products.
The two officials also reiterated their joint commitment to key regional infrastructure projects, including the construction of the Trans-Afghan Railway and the Surkhan–Pul-e-Khumri power transmission line—initiatives seen as crucial for boosting connectivity and economic integration in Central and South Asia.
Separately, on the sidelines of the Tashkent International Investment Conference, Azizi met with Uzbek Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov. The two signed two important documents aimed at deepening economic cooperation between the two countries.
In his keynote address at the conference, President Mirziyoyev reaffirmed Uzbekistan’s support for a peaceful and sustainable future for Afghanistan. He called for Afghanistan’s development to remain a global priority and emphasized the importance of maintaining open dialogue with the Islamic Emirate, urging the international community to avoid isolating the country.
The cabinet of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) has approved a report on the spending of the national development budget, following deliberations at its 14th meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund.
According to a statement issued by the Arg on Tuesday, the cabinet endorsed the development budget expenditure report and instructed relevant ministries and departments to ensure that allocated funds are spent on planned projects in a timely manner and in line with approved development plans.
The meeting also reviewed a range of key economic, social and cultural issues. Cabinet members emphasized the need for proper implementation of development activities and adherence to established timelines.
In addition, discussions were held on challenges facing refugees, with relevant authorities directed to identify and implement appropriate solutions to address their concerns.
Sadin Ayyıldız, the new head of Turkey’s diplomatic mission in Kabul, met in an introductory visit with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate, to discuss the development of bilateral relations between the two countries.
During the meeting, Ayyıldız described relations between Afghanistan and Turkey as positive and emphasized the expansion of cooperation in economic and health fields, the Afghan Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Muttaqi also wished Ayyildiz success, described Turkey as a close friend of Afghanistan, and assessed bilateral relations as being on a path of progress.
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Afghan, Indonesian sports officials discuss expanding cooperation
Indonesian officials said the deputy minister plans to visit Afghanistan in the future to further advance cooperation.
Ahmadullah Wasiq, head of Afghanistan’s National Olympic and Physical Education Committee, met Indonesia’s Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Taufiq Hidayat, during an official visit to Indonesia held alongside the Asian Cup competitions.
The talks focused on strengthening sports cooperation, including improving access for Afghan athletes living in Indonesia to local leagues and training camps.
Hidayat described the meeting as a positive step toward closer sporting ties and stressed the need for continued engagement.
Afghanistan’s ambassador to Indonesia, Saadullah Baloch, also attended the meeting, highlighting the role of sports diplomacy in bilateral relations. Indonesian officials said the deputy minister plans to visit Afghanistan in the future to further advance cooperation.
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