In brief
Afghan and Uzbek manufacturing firms signed 18 memorandums of understanding worth about $150 million during a business‑to‑business meeting in Kabul, marking a boost in trade ties between the two countries. 87 companies—30 from Uzbekistan—participated, with the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce overseeing the event. A second source reports the deals total $151.16 million, indicating a similar scale.
In Kabul, Afghan and Uzbek firms sealed 18 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) worth $150 million during a business‑to‑business meeting on 9 November 2026, the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment said.
Seventy‑seven Afghan and 30 Uzbek manufacturing companies, totalling 87 firms, attended the event, which was hosted by the chamber’s representatives. Ehsanullah Ehsan, a chamber spokesperson, said the agreements would deepen economic ties between the two nations.
While Xinhua reported the total value as $150 million, a separate report from Ariana News listed the deals at $151.16 million, suggesting the contracts are in the same ballpark.
The agreements cover a range of sectors, including construction, chemicals and cosmetics, according to the Frontier Post. Further cooperation is expected on other trade projects highlighted during the meeting.
These MoUs signal a growing partnership that could create new job opportunities and broaden market access for Afghan and Uzbek manufacturers, enhancing regional connectivity in a time of economic uncertainty.