The foundation stone for a new center dedicated to oil products and liquefied gas (LPG) traders was officially laid in Mazar-e-Sharif, with local officials and traders in attendance.
This new facility will cover an area of five jeribs and will feature a state-of-the-art 12-storey structure, with an estimated investment of 15 million US dollars.
Sayed Karim Hashemi, the Head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, highlighted at the ceremony that the Islamic Emirate has established a secure and conducive environment for investment in the country. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between traders and the Islamic Emirate in fostering Afghanistan’s economic growth.
Abdul Momen Ziaei, the Head of the Balkh Oil and LPG Traders’ Union, remarked that the center will deliver comprehensive and standardized services for both traders and citizens. He reiterated that the center’s development would be undertaken on five jeribs of land, featuring a standard 12-storey design, at a total cost of 15 million US dollars.
Several oil and LPG traders expressed their enthusiasm, indicating that the establishment of this center marks a significant step toward market regulation, enhanced service delivery, and overall economic growth in the country.
