Afghanistan, Oct. 14 -- Afghanistan's trade with India has reached nearly $1 billion, with officials urging simplified visas and improved logistics to strengthen economic cooperation and boost regional commerce.

Taliban acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi said on Monday that trade between Afghanistan and India has reached nearly $1 billion, urging New Delhi to simplify visa procedures for Afghanistan traders to further boost economic ties.

Speaking at a joint meeting with representatives of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi, Muttaqi said peace and stability in Afghanistan had created "favorable conditions" for investment and business cooperation.

He called for the removal of administrat...