Afghanistan-India trade relations
Afghanistan's Commerce Minister Seeks Enhanced Trade and Diplomatic Ties with India Amid Regional Tensions
Nov 25, 2025 09:38 am CST
Afghanistan's Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi has called for expanded trade and diplomatic relations with India during his first visit to New Delhi. Despite tensions with Pakistan leading to border closures, Afghanistan is pursuing alternative trade routes through air corridors and Central Asia while offering security guarantees for Indian diplomats in Kabul. The Taliban government plans to send a commercial attaché to India within a month and has invited Indian businesses to invest in Afghanistan's mineral resources and collaborate with Afghan women entrepreneurs.
Afghanistan Strengthens Trade Ties with India: A Strategic Pivot Away from Pakistan Dependency
Nov 20, 2025 02:25 am CST
Afghanistan's Industry and Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi's five-day visit to New Delhi marks a significant shift in regional trade dynamics as the Taliban administration actively pursues stronger economic partnerships with India amid deteriorating relations with Pakistan. This diplomatic initiative focuses on expanding air corridor trade, promoting Afghan exports, and establishing alternative trade routes that bypass traditional dependencies.