The Industrial Week Exhibition was held in Kabul with broad participation from domestic producers and warm reception from visitors — an event that, according to officials, demonstrates the growing potential of the national industry and brings fresh hope for the country’s economy.
The Chamber of Industries and Mines stated that more than 700 booths were set up by local companies and producers to showcase their products at the exhibition.
The main goal of the event was stated as supporting the national industry, creating job opportunities, and strengthening the domestic economy.
Shirbaz Kaminzada, President of the Chamber of Industries and Mines, said: “This exhibition, which marks the fourth Industrial Festival, is held annually. This year, fortunately, about 700 booths representing over 80 sectors have participated, and the exhibition will continue for a week.”
Some participants called for similar programs to be held abroad to better introduce domestic products.
They emphasized that using and supporting domestic products can play an important role in the country’s economic growth.
Nazir Ahmad Noor, a participant, said: “The exhibition is the best platform for marketing; thankfully, the Industrial Week has been celebrated in a very grand manner.”
Another participant, Abdul Azim, said: “The exhibition is definitely a place where people can see and learn about the services offered by all the participating companies. It is undoubtedly a great opportunity for us to showcase our services to the people.”
Some visitors also described the exhibition as an effective step in promoting domestic products and urged businessmen who have invested abroad to transfer their assets back to the country and contribute to economic growth.
Soroush Aryaei, a visitor, said: “This exhibition plays a very significant role in introducing Afghanistan’s products, as it helps our fellow citizens become familiar with locally produced goods.”
Another visitor, Fazl-ur-Rahman Rahmani, said: “Businessmen who have factories in Pakistan or Iran should engage with the Islamic Emirate and relocate their factories to Afghanistan.”
Previously, the Economic Commission of the Prime Minister’s Office, in support of the country’s industry and domestic products, had allocated about 80,000 acres of land to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce for the establishment of industrial parks in 28 provinces.