Kabul: Several participants at the opening day of the 28th International Exhibition in China have stated that this exhibition plays a significant role in the development of commercial relations between Kabul and Beijing.
The 28th International Exhibition in China, with the participation of Afghan businessmen, opened yesterday (Tuesday).
Afghan businessmen displayed their products in 41 booths at the exhibition and expressed satisfaction with their participation in such events.
Mahboobullah Mohammadi, a participant from Afghanistan, said, “This exhibition itself will promote trade, expand relationships, and enhance our country’s economic activities in the Chinese market.”
Another participant, Mohammad Hanif, said, “We have many opportunities to export to China, increasing the number of our traders. Moreover, this is the largest exhibition held annually in China, attracting participants from various countries.”
China is one of the world’s leading economies. Developing and expanding economic relations with Beijing can have a positive impact on our country’s economy.
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has reported that in the first six months of the current year, trade worth $306 million has taken place between Kabul and Beijing, with Afghanistan’s exports amounting to $7 million.
Akhundzada Abdul Salam Jawad, spokesperson for the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, said, “Most of our trade items to China include pine nuts, apricots, and precious and semi-precious stones. Imported items include cotton textiles, solar panels, electronic devices, and various types of mobile phones.”
Since the return of the Islamic Emirate to power in the country, China has continued its relations with Afghanistan, investing about $1 billion in the country’s mining sector during this period.
