Afghanistan Offers Five-Year Tax Exemption to Indian Investors in Gold Mining, New Sectors

By A Staff Reporter

New Delhi: Afghanistan’s Minister of Industry and Commerce, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, on Monday extended a major investment offer to Indian companies, declaring that his government is prepared to grant five years of tax exemptions to firms entering new sectors, including gold mining. The announcement signals Kabul’s push to revive its economy through international partnerships and targeted incentives.

Azizi said Afghanistan is seeking investments across multiple emerging industries and wants to position the country as an attractive destination for Indian businesses looking at mining, manufacturing, and resource-linked ventures. The minister highlighted gold mining as a key sector where opportunities are expanding, driven by Afghanistan’s mineral reserves and the government’s desire to tap unexplored deposits.

“We are ready to offer five years of tax breaks to firms investing in new sectors, including gold mining,” Azizi stated, underscoring the government’s intent to build long-term business confidence. He added that Afghanistan aims to diversify investment flows by creating a stable regulatory environment and easing entry barriers for foreign investors.