Afghanistan’s Economic Commission has approved a new foreign investment policy aimed at attracting international investors, improving investment opportunities and supporting the country’s economic growth.
The decision was made during the commission’s regular meeting, chaired by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, at the Marble Palace on Monday.
According to the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office for Economic Affairs, the proposed policy was presented by a committee established under the leadership of the economic deputy office. Following a comprehensive review and consideration of the commission’s recommendations, the policy was approved.
The policy aims to regulate foreign investment activities, facilitate investment procedures, create a favourable environment for investors, ensure investment security and promote Afghanistan’s economic growth and development.
During the meeting, the commission also approved a proposal concerning the payment of fixed taxes by commercial import companies at the country’s customs offices.
Officials said implementing the proposal would create additional facilities and simplify procedures for importing businesses.
The decisions have been forwarded to the office of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate for final approval.
