Textile Trade Ties: India and Afghanistan Weave New Partnerships

India and Afghanistan discussed enhancing textile trade by leveraging India's expertise as the world's second-largest cotton producer. Afghan representatives focused on strengthening their textile sector, creating jobs, and improving farmer training. Both nations explored cooperation in technical support, training, shipments, visas, and industry engagement.

India and Afghanistan are exploring new horizons in textile trade, with Kabul keen to draw on India's vast experience as a global cotton giant, an official announcement stated on Monday.

A prominent Afghan delegation, under the leadership of Shafiullah Azam, Director General of Economic Relations, engaged in dialogues with their Indian counterparts, headed by A Bipin Menon, Trade Advisor from the Ministry of Textiles.

The discussions reflected Afghanistan's ambitions to revitalize its textile industry, boost job creation, and enhance farmer training. Meanwhile, India remains a substantial textile supplier to Afghanistan, contributing USD 68.7 million in exports in 2024. Both nations aim to collaborate through technical support, training, and smoother logistics.

(With inputs from agencies.)