The authorities of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan have agreed to lift restrictions on the transportation of goods, Kursiv reports. This decision allows Uzbek national carriers to operate within the territory of Afghanistan, marking a new chapter in the economic relations between the two countries.
Expanding international transportation
Uzbek companies now have the opportunity to carry out international transportation on Afghan territory, as well as transport goods to various regions within Afghanistan. This development is expected to enhance trade relations and economic cooperation between the two nations.
Meeting that paved way
The decision to lift these restrictions was made at a meeting between Ilkhom Makhkamov, the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan, and Hamidullo Akhunzade, the Acting Head of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation of Afghanistan. This agreement signifies the mutual commitment of both nations to foster economic growth and development.
Broader implications
This agreement comes in the wake of Uzbekistan’s efforts to diversify its trade routes and reduce its dependency on traditional partners. In recent years, Uzbekistan has been looking south and prioritizing a southern-looking policy, seeking to establish viable alternative trading partners.
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