Jalalabad: The vice governor of Nangarhar province visited the province’s main fruit market this week, where he met with traders, assured them of government support, and discus
sed changes to the country’s new trade policies. The visit was aimed at strengthening cooperation between local authorities and the business community in the context of the new economic reforms introduced by the current government.
During the visit, the Vice Governor had detailed discussions with the representatives of the fruit market on the export mechanism, pricing mechanism, and transportation related difficulties that have been faced by the farmers and traders in recent months. He stressed that the government is committed to promoting transparent, self-reliant and legal trade.
Contrary to initial fears, local businessmen strongly supported the government’s latest economic measures. According to him, this policy change is an important step towards establishing a dignified and sovereign trading system, which will reduce dependence on foreign intermediaries and encourage domestic production.
“This new method helps us trade with confidence,” said a trader. We see this as a positive step that will allow Afghan products to reach international markets in fair and legal conditions.
Representatives of Nangarhar’s fruit market said they plan to explore new and alternative trade routes for the export of local produce. He emphasized that Afghan fruits – especially pomegranates, grapes and dried fruits – have strong potential in regional and global markets. The traders vowed to further cooperate with the authorities so that Afghan exports meet international standards and safety requirements.
Economic observers in Jalalabad say the ongoing links between local authorities and the private sector are a sign that the government is focusing on increasing domestic production and diversifying exports. According to him, visits of this nature promote dialogue, transparency and trust. They are the key elements for a sustainable economy.
The Vice Governor assured the traders that the provincial administration would continue to work on resolving the logistical issues, including customs procedures, transportation issues and border delays. “We stand with our traders. Our goal is to help local businesses. So that Afghan fruits and agricultural products can compete at the global level.
Business leaders called for more investment – especially in cold storage facilities, packaging centers, and export-quality infrastructure – which they see as essential to maintaining product quality and ensuring smooth shipments abroad.
Nangarhar, which is one of Afghanistan’s leading agricultural provinces, produces a variety of fruits each year and plays an important role in the country’s overall trade balance. The province’s fruit market is a major economic hub linking eastern Afghanistan to Pakistan and other regional markets.
Local traders hope that the recent changes will pave the way for a stable, competitive and legal trade environment, allowing Afghanistan’s natural products to better reach international consumers. He hoped that through cooperation and reforms, the country’s agriculture sector can once again become a source of national pride and economic strength.
