Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Discusses Migrant Issues and Expanded Economic Cooperation with Turkish Ambassador

Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) – Kabul: Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, met today, Thursday, with Sadin Ayyıldız, the Turkish Ambassador to Afghanistan, at his office.

 

During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on ways to develop economic, trade, and transit ties between Afghanistan and Turkey, and discussed how to address the issues facing Afghan migrants in Turkey.

 

The Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs commended the activities and investments of Turkish companies across various sectors in Afghanistan and encouraged other investors from Turkey to invest in the country.

 

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund emphasized that the Islamic Emirate would provide the necessary environment and facilities for foreign investors, including those from Turkey.

 

He also stressed the importance of resolving the problems faced by Afghan migrants in Turkey and creating better conditions for them.

 

In response, Sadin Ayyıldız, the Turkish Ambassador to Afghanistan, expressed satisfaction with the increased level of trade between the two countries. He stated that Turkey is prepared to further expand its relations with Afghanistan in sectors such as transport, transit, healthcare, education, and other economic areas.

 

The Turkish Ambassador also affirmed that his country would continue its cooperation to expand Afghanistan's ties with the international community and to present a realistic image of Afghanistan to the world.

 

Ayyıldız added that Turkey has already introduced measures to facilitate visa issuance for Afghan citizens and will strive to provide further conveniences in this regard in the future.