Export to Afghanistan

Significant Growth of Iran-Afghanistan Trade in 2024 and the Role of Digital Platforms in Export Development

According to official statistics, the trade volume between Iran and Afghanistan reached $3.197 billion in 2024, an 84% increase compared to 2023. Iran’s non-oil exports to Afghanistan in 2024 amounted to over $3.143 billion, showing an 83% growth compared to the $1.714 billion recorded in 2023.

Additionally, Afghanistan’s exports to Iran in 2024 reached $54 million, reflecting a $29 million increase from 2023 and an impressive 116% growth.

These figures highlight the significant importance of trade between Iran and Afghanistan. Several factors have contributed to this growth, including cultural, linguistic, and religious commonalities facilitating trade relations. Furthermore, Afghanistan’s geographical limitations, such as water resource shortages and limited access to open seas, have increased the country’s need for food and agricultural imports. As a close neighbor with strong production capabilities, Iran has successfully met a substantial portion of Afghanistan’s demands.

Given these circumstances, trade with Afghanistan holds special importance for Iran. Strengthening trade relations and developing relevant infrastructure are expected to further increase the trade volume between the two countries in the coming years.

Exported Goods to Afghanistan

In recent years, trade relations between Iran and Afghanistan have significantly expanded. Based on available statistics, the trade volume between the two countries in 2024 reached $3.197 billion, reflecting an 84% increase compared to the previous year.

The key goods exported from Iran to Afghanistan during this period include:

• Petroleum and gas products: Light oils, petroleum derivatives, liquefied petroleum gas, and natural gas.
• Metals and metal products: Iron and steel ingots, iron or steel products in coil form.
• Petrochemical products: Polyethylene compounds and other plastic derivatives.
• Construction materials: Cement, tiles and ceramics, building stones, and gypsum.
• Agricultural and food products: Eggs, potatoes, tomatoes, tomato paste, apples, vegetables, and edible oils.
• Household and industrial equipment:Agricultural machinery such as tractors, household appliances, cables, and wires.
• Chemical products and detergents: Various industrial detergents and chemical substances.
• Plastic products: Various plastic items and derivatives.
• Carpets and handicrafts:Iranian carpets and other handicrafts.

The diversity of exported goods illustrates the depth and breadth of trade relations between the two countries. Given Afghanistan’s market needs and Iran’s production capabilities, this cooperation is expected to continue expanding in the future.

The Role of Abrisham Road Platform in Developing Iran’s Exports to Afghanistan

Exporting goods to neighboring countries has always been one of Iran’s most important economic strategies. Afghanistan, as one of Iran’s largest trade partners, plays a key role in this process. With increasing competition in international markets and the need to streamline trade processes, the Abrisham Road platform, as Iran’s first specialized B2B site, has provided an optimal environment for boosting Iranian exports to Afghanistan.

Facilitating Connections Between Producers and Afghan Buyers

One of the biggest challenges for Iranian exporters has been direct access to real buyers in the Afghan market. The Abrisham Road platform has created a professional and secure digital space, allowing Iranian manufacturers and traders to connect directly with Afghan importers, wholesalers, and merchants to showcase their products without intermediaries.

Smart Trade Management and Targeted Marketing

Using digital tools, the Abrisham Road platform helps manage export transactions more effectively. Some of the key advantages of this platform for exports to Afghanistan include:

• Providing accurate market information: Traders gain access to up-to-date statistics and analyses of Afghan market needs.
• Targeted marketing: Iranian products are introduced directly to Afghan buyers using digital marketing strategies.
• Secure payment system: Reducing financial risks and facilitating international payments.
• Transportation and logistics services: Providing optimal solutions for shipping goods from Iran to Afghanistan.

Supporting the Export of Iran’s Strategic Products

Most of Iran’s exports to Afghanistan include food products, construction materials, petroleum derivatives, detergents, household appliances, and industrial machinery. The Abrisham Road platform has created a transparent and professional environment for Iranian exporters to offer their products effectively in the Afghan market and expand their trade.

Conclusion and Future Outlook for Iran-Afghanistan Trade

Official statistics show that trade between Iran and Afghanistan experienced significant growth in 2024, reaching $3.197 billion. The 83% increase in Iran’s non-oil exports to Afghanistan and the 116% growth in Afghanistan’s exports to Iran highlight the importance of this trade relationship.

Various factors, including cultural, linguistic, and religious commonalities, have contributed to this trade expansion. Additionally, Afghanistan’s demand for Iranian goods, especially food products, construction materials, and petroleum derivatives, has been a key driver of export growth.

In this context, the Abrisham Road platform has played a vital role in facilitating connections between Iranian producers and Afghan buyers, implementing targeted marketing strategies, managing transactions, and offering logistics services. Strengthening these infrastructures is expected to increase trade volume further between the two countries in the coming years.