Message From Our Chairman
Since its inception in 2009, Harakat has been the leading organization supporting private-sector development in Afghanistan. Our achievements are substantial and diverse. It includes addressing policy frameworks, investment facilitation, removing trade and transit obstacles, and supporting women’s financial inclusion, to name a few.
Harakat plays a unique role as a bridge between all those who contribute to economic development. We have effectively advocated for facilitating and stimulating private sector development, fostering communication and collaboration between government, businesses, and international community actors. Despite the socio-political transformations of the past years, we have managed to continue our work and rally a diversity of stakeholders around our mission.

The Harakat team and the Board of Directors take pride in our role in Afghanistan’s business environment as a catalyst for transformative change. Our commitment is unwavering, and we will continue working tirelessly to impact the Afghan economy positively. We thank all our partners for supporting the sustainable and inclusive development of the Afghan economy.

Mr. Hojat Fazly is an accomplished political economist and private sector development specialist with expertise in global political economy, international trade and development, and corporate governance. With a strong background in business development, market analysis, trade and investment facilitation, and institution building, Mr. Fazly has consistently delivered exceptional results throughout his career.

Fluent in both English and Dutch, Mr. Hojat Fazly holds two MA degrees. He earned his first MA degree in International Development Studies from Erasmus University-Rotterdam and his second MA degree in Global Political Economy from Leiden University in the Netherlands. In addition to his academic achievements, Mr. Fazly has completed numerous specialized training programs on public-private partnerships, regional economic integration, small and medium enterprises development, and world trade organization studies.

Before joining Harakat in 2021, Mr. Hojat Fazly held several key positions that shaped his extensive professional experience. He served as the CEO of the International Chamber of Commerce in Afghanistan, where he played a pivotal role in promoting economic growth and fostering a favorable business environment. Additionally, he worked as a Socio-economic Policy Analyst with the Society for International Development in the Netherlands, contributing valuable insights and recommendations for sustainable development initiatives. Mr. Fazly also served as a Policy and Governance Advisor with UNDP, providing strategic guidance on policy formulation and governance practices. Furthermore, he worked as a Change Management Specialist with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), implementing effective change initiatives to enhance organizational performance.