Afghanistan Begins Official Import of Medicines from India

DID Press: A private company in Kabul has officially launched the import of medicines from India, aiming to improve nationwide access to high-quality pharmaceuticals that meet international standards.

Company officials said the initiative follows the opening of a representative office of a reputable Indian pharmaceutical firm. They added that the company plans to distribute reliable, standard-compliant medicines across Afghanistan.

Experts note that following restrictions on medicine imports from Pakistan, several well-established pharmaceutical companies from different countries have expressed interest in investing in Afghanistan’s drug market. This development is expected to improve the quality of medicines and help reduce prices for consumers.

The import of medicines from India is expected not only to meet domestic demand but also to expand the capacity of Afghanistan’s pharmaceutical market, reducing reliance on imports from a limited number of countries. Company officials emphasized that their primary objective is to meet the public’s healthcare needs with safe and trusted medicines.

Analysts believe the move could encourage other international pharmaceutical companies to enter the Afghan market, fostering healthy competition in production and distribution, ultimately benefiting consumers.

Overall, the official start of medicine imports from India is seen as a potential turning point in improving drug quality and affordability in Afghanistan, marking an important step toward the development of the country’s pharmaceutical sector.