Kabul opens Kyrgyz Trade House as bilateral ties deepen with new agreements. Kyrgyzstan Afghanistan trade received a major boost this week when private sector firms from both countries signed deals worth $157 million USD during a high-level delegation visit to Kabul.
The agreements emerged from the Afghan-Kyrgyz Trade Connectivity Conference held on 17 December. Afghanistan’s acting Minister of Industry and Commerce, Nooruddin Azizi, and Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Economy and Commerce, Bakyt Sydykov, led the talks. The Kyrgyzstan delegation Kabul arrival marked a push to expand economic cooperation.
The conference followed the official opening of the Kyrgyz Trade House Kabul on 16 December. Azizi described the facility as a bridge linking private sectors. He noted Afghanistan plans a reciprocal trade house in Bishkek.
These steps build on Afghanistan Kyrgyzstan economic ties. Bilateral trade reached $66 million USD in the last solar year (March 2024 to March 2025), with Afghan exports at $7 million USD.
This development holds significance for South Asia. Afghanistan seeks alternative routes amid border issues with Pakistan. Stronger links with Central Asia offer new transit options and markets. Kyrgyzstan provides access to the Eurasian Economic Union. Afghanistan connects South and West Asia.
Kyrgyz Trade House Kabul Opens Doors
The Kyrgyz Trade House Kabul opened on 16 December in the presence of Azizi and Sydykov. Kyrgyz officials said it promotes exports and direct business contacts.
Azizi called the countries complementary. Afghanistan serves as a hub for South Asia. Kyrgyzstan acts as a gateway to Central Asia.
The delegation also met Afghan officials on energy and agriculture. Discussions covered electricity imports, CASA-1000 project, and agricultural exports.
Naser Ahmadi from Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS) said both sides stressed technical cooperation.
Sher Mohammad Hatami, spokesperson for the Ministry of Agriculture, noted agreements on seasonal exports. Afghan products go to Kyrgyzstan during harvest. Kyrgyz goods come in return.
Akhundzada Abdul Salam Jawad from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce listed key items. Afghan exports include pressure cookers, aluminum utensils, beverages, juices, and carpets. Imports from Kyrgyzstan cover petrol, walnuts, powdered milk, and pistachios.
Afghanistan Kyrgyzstan Economic Ties Strengthen
Earlier data showed trade at $28 million USD over eight months, but recent figures confirm $66 million USD annually. The $157 million USD deals span sectors like telecommunications, cement, footwear, pharmaceuticals, honey, logistics, and agriculture.
Azizi said the roadmap and memorandums provide a framework for Kyrgyzstan Afghanistan trade growth. Sydykov highlighted joint investment and transit needs. He pledged continued humanitarian aid and cooperation in e-governance.
Afghanistan’s Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs, Abdul Salam Hanafi, met the delegation. He pushed for banking channels and digital finance ties.
Background
Talks build on an August 2025 meeting in Bishkek. Azizi and Sydykov signed a cooperation roadmap then. Kyrgyzstan removed restrictions on the Islamic Emirate in 2024 to aid dialogue.
What’s Next
Officials aim to implement agreements quickly. Joint working groups will handle transit, exhibitions, and investments. Afghanistan Kyrgyzstan economic ties could grow further with banking and digital progress. Expanding Kyrgyzstan Afghanistan trade remains a priority for both sides.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, December 19th, 2025
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