New Delhi, Dec. 20 -- India's pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors emerged as the central pillars of India-Afghanistan business cooperation during an interaction hosted by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) here.

A high-level Afghan delegation led by Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, Minister of Public Health, Afghanistan, held discussions with Indian pharma manufacturers, hospital groups, and healthcare service providers.

The session underlined the growing business opportunity for Indian pharmaceutical companies in Afghanistan, a market that continues to rely heavily on imports to meet its healthcare needs.

Addressing industry stakeholders, minister Jalali described India as a "second home" for Afghans and stressed the long-sta...