Afghanistan today is an ideal place for those who want to invest, either on a short-term or long-term basis. Twenty-three years of war have left the country's infrastructure in ruins, and Afghanistan is in need of almost everything, be it consumer products, such as electronics, food, and clothing, or industrial development, anything from cement to plastics to construction material and iron smelting.

Investors will find a wealth of opportunities to make money in Afghanistan. Afghanistan is a virgin territory in every field, whether trade, mineral exploration, oil and gas etc. The possibilities are endless. If they are exploited properly, growth and prosperity will flow. Afghanistan is located at the crossroads of China, the Indian subcontinent, Central Asian Countries, and Iran. There are more than 2 billion people living in this area giving investors access to a very big market.

Afghanistan has a market with substantial opportunities for business:

Agricultural – including consulting services

chemicals, machinery

irrigation technology

food process

Manufacturing:

Afghanistan’s carpets are world famous for their quality and craftsmanship

Leather and leather processing

Precious stones (emeralds)

Semi precious stones (lapis lazuli)

High quality marble

Other:

Architectural, construction and engineering services

building material

Energy-Electrical power systems

Oil and gas exploration

Telecommunication – services and equipment

Education

Consumer Electronics

Transportation services

The Afghan government is trying to encourage investment in Afghanistan:

Investor friendly Investment law

Investment can be 100% foreign owned

Tax holidays (between 4 – 8 years)

privatization of state industry is in discussion