ISPA Explains ‘Suspension’ of Steel Exports to Afghanistan

Iran’s steel exports to Afghanistan have reportedly halted amid the current political and logistical turmoil in the neighboring country, but a member of the Board of Directors of Iran Steel Producers Association denied any suspension of exports, but stressed that steel companies have prioritized domestic steel demand over exports.
“Restrictions have been imposed on Iranian steel exports to all countries due to the priority of meeting domestic needs,” Reza Shahrestani was also quoted as saying by Fars News Agency.
Iran's steel exports to Afghanistan started to dry up several weeks ago but insiders expect this trade to resume within weeks due to the importance of this market and the proximity of some Iranian steel mills to Afghanistan, which makes Iran a natural supplier, S&P Global Platts reported recently.