About Afghanistan

Why Invest In Afghanistan:

Afghanistan is experiencing rapid economic growth, positioning itself as a vital link connecting South Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), the country is dedicated to fostering a conducive business environment for both domestic and foreign investors. Aligned with its commitments, Afghanistan has established a business licensing one-stop-shop, industrial parks, and investment-friendly laws and regulations, all designed to encourage investors to fully capitalize on the abundant investment opportunities within the nation. The incentives for investment range from a low number of competitors in the market to the abundance of rich natural resources and the availability of a cost-effective labor force. This combination of factors makes Afghanistan an attractive destination for those seeking to engage in successful and rewarding investments.

Geography

Afghanistan is a landlocked country situated between South Asia and Central Asia. In fact, it is considered a land-bridge to South & Central Asia and Europe due to its strategic location. It is bordered by Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan to the north, Iran to the west, Pakistan to the south and east, and China to North East.

OFFICIAL NAME:
Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

Capital:
Kabul

AREA:
652,000 km² (252,000 sq.mi)
41st largest country in the world

Provinces

Afghanistan is home to 34 provinces. From its sweeping valleys, snow-capped mountain peaks, and a mosaic of cultures and peoples, Afghanistan has one of the unparalleled natural beauties on earth.

MAJOR COMMERCIAL CITIES:
Kabul, Herat, Nangarhar, Balkh, Kandahar, Helmand, and Kunduz

CLIMATE

Afghanistan has the perfect four seasons all year round. It is known for cold winters and hot & dry summers. It gets most of its sunniest and longest days between mid-April to late October making it ideal for any kind of business activity including farming, tourism, sports, construction, and many more.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure remains a crucial element for Afghanistan's sustained economic growth and development. Since 2002, the Afghan government has made significant efforts to enhance the country's infrastructure by implementing laws, rules, and regulations to foster a conducive environment for both public and private sector investments. Notable progress has been achieved through the reconstruction of existing infrastructure and the development of new projects, including roads, airports, railway lines, energy, optical fiber networks, dams, schools, and more. Despite these advancements, Afghanistan still faces substantial infrastructure challenges.

Opportunities for investment are currently at a peak and necessitate long-term commitments from investors. Afghanistan's National Infrastructure Plan (NIP) presents substantial investment prospects, encompassing hydropower dams, renewable solar energy plants, the Kabul ring road, urban transport, civil aviation, trade facilitation, dry ports, and transport logistics, rehabilitation of existing and new irrigation schemes, irrigation intake canals, water storage reservoirs for rainfed and irrigated agriculture, as well as housing.