ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan, July 14. Afghan entrepreneurs have concluded a deal for the purchase of Portland cement during a trading session held on the State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET), Trend reports, citing SCRMET.
The foreign market session took place on Saturday, July 12, and resulted in a contract for the supply of CEM I 42.5 H grade cement. The product was acquired from Turkmen suppliers and reflects continued demand for construction materials from Turkmenistan in neighboring markets.
The total value of the agreement reached $215,000. The transaction underscores the strengthening of trade ties between Turkmenistan and Afghanistan, especially in the construction and industrial materials sector.
The State Commodity and Raw Materials Exchange of Turkmenistan (SCRMET) serves as the country's principal platform for domestic and international trade in goods and materials. Established to enhance transparency, competitiveness, and efficiency in trade operations, SCRMET facilitates auctions and tenders for a broad range of commodities, including oil and gas products, textiles, chemical goods, and construction materials.
