Delegation of Karakalpakstan Paid a Working Visit to the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

A delegation of Karakalpakstan headed by Amanbay Orynbaev, Chairman of the Jokargy Kenes of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, and comprising senior officials and entrepreneurs of our country, paid a working visit to the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan on the instructions of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

During the visit, the parties discussed issues related to the further strengthening of cooperation between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, as well as the development of economic ties and collaboration in the implementation of investment projects.

Particular attention was given to organizing the export of products from Karakalpakstan to the Afghan market, which is regarded as a new and promising destination for the region.

Subsequently, a business forum was held between representatives of the business communities of both sides, during which the participants discussed the implementation of practical cooperation projects across a number of important sectors, as well as further strengthening partnership relations.

In addition, special emphasis was placed on expanding cooperation between the regions of Karakalpakstan and Afghanistan and effectively utilizing the existing potential.

As a result of the meetings, agreements were reached on 31 contracts with a total value exceeding 340 million US dollars, including 27 export agreements and 4 investment agreements.

It was separately emphasized that strengthening close partnership relations is of important and mutually beneficial significance for both sides.