The meeting titled “Strengthening Economic and Trade Cooperation between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan” was held at the Kabul Grand Hotel in Kabul city, with the participation of high-ranking officials, health sector au
The meeting titled “Strengthening Economic and Trade Cooperation between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the Republic of Uzbekistan” was held at the Kabul Grand Hotel in Kabul city, with the participation of high-ranking officials, health sector authorities, and business representatives from both countries.
The meeting took place on Sunday afternoon, 18 Shawwal 1447 AH, with the aim of expanding economic relations, enhancing trade cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector, and creating new investment opportunities between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan.
From the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Alhaj Mawlawi Hamdullah Zahid, Deputy Minister for Food and Drug at the Ministry of Public Health, along with heads of various departments, officials and members of pharmaceutical production and import unions, and a number of pharmaceutical traders participated in the event.
From the Republic of Uzbekistan, Abdulla Azizov, Head of the Pharmaceutical Industry Development Agency, attended the meeting along with a high-level delegation and several pharmaceutical sector traders.
During the meeting, speakers from both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties, facilitating bilateral trade, and expanding cooperation in the pharmaceutical industry. They described this as an important step toward self-reliance, improving the quality of healthcare services, and promoting economic growth in both countries.
Alhaj Mawlawi Hamdullah Zahid welcomed the Uzbek delegation and described the meeting as a valuable opportunity to enhance joint cooperation. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan to support investment and provide necessary facilities for traders.
In his remarks, Abdulla Azizov expressed his country’s readiness to expand comprehensive cooperation with Afghanistan, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.
Additionally, Dr. Fazlullah Niazi, Head of the Pharmaceutical and Medical Equipment Import Union, and Dr. Ahmad Saeed Shams, Head of the Pharmaceutical Industry and Health Products Union, shared their views and recommendations on strengthening joint cooperation, improving import and production processes, and enhancing the quality of healthcare services.
As a result of the meeting, 13 commercial agreements worth more than USD 25 million were signed between Afghan and Uzbek pharmaceutical traders, marking a significant step toward strengthening economic relations and trade cooperation between the two countries.
The meeting concluded in an atmosphere of mutual understanding, cooperation, and shared commitment. Participants expressed hope that its outcomes would pave the way for sustainable and long-term cooperation between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan.
