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Russia Sends Business Delegation to Kabul for Taliban Talks
Russia's deputy prime minister leads 70-person delegation to negotiate Afghan investments with Taliban.
In brief
Russia's deputy prime minister leads 70-person delegation to negotiate Afghan investments with Taliban. Russia's deputy prime minister Alexei Overchuk led a 70-member delegation to Kabul to pursue transport, logistics, agriculture, and health deals with the Taliban government. Originally reported by euronews.
Russia's Business Delegation Arrives in Kabul
A Russian deputy prime minister led a 70-strong delegation to Afghanistan for business talks with the Taliban government.
Taliban Proposes Investment Opportunities
Taliban officials highlighted Afghanistan's potential for economic development with 24 million people and resources for Russian companies.
Trade Talks Focus on Agriculture and Infrastructure
The delegation discussed creating a special economic zone, expanding agricultural exports, and building roads and railways in Afghanistan.
Russia-Afghanistan Trade Doubled in 2026
Trade between Russia and Afghanistan exceeded 349 million dollars in the first eight months of 2026, doubling from previous levels.
The big picture
Russia's deputy prime minister Alexei Overchuk led a 70-member delegation to Kabul to pursue transport, logistics, agriculture, and health deals with the Taliban government.
