Afghanistan is looking to expand its fresh fruit exports to India by increasing the use of air cargo, creating opportunities to strengthen agricultural trade between the two countries.
Afghan exporters are seeking better air connectivity and cargo facilities to move perishable products such as grapes, pomegranates, apples, apricots and other fresh produce to Indian markets. Air freight can help reduce transit times and minimise losses, particularly for high-value fruits with limited shelf life.
India is an important market for Afghan agricultural products, while improved logistics could provide exporters with more reliable access to Indian consumers and traders. Faster cargo movement is also expected to support the competitiveness of Afghan produce against supplies from other international markets.
The initiative comes as Afghanistan seeks to diversify its export markets and increase agricultural trade. Better air cargo links could help overcome some of the logistical challenges associated with transporting perishable goods through traditional land routes.
For India, increased imports of Afghan fruits could expand the availability of seasonal produce and strengthen bilateral trade. The growth of dedicated air cargo movements could also create additional opportunities for airlines, freight forwarders and logistics companies.
Afghanistan’s focus on air freight highlights the growing role of efficient cargo connectivity in expanding cross-border trade in perishable agricultural commodities.