KABUL, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- Afghanistan has exported fresh pomegranates to Russia via Torghundi port in western Herat province for the first time, spokesperson for the Afghan government announced on Monday.

"This process will create a substantial market for fruits, particularly pomegranates, thereby driving further advancements in the country's export sector," Zabihullah Mujahid posted on his social media platform X.

Afghanistan's principal exports of fresh and dried fruits have primarily been directed to Pakistan. But recent border tensions between the two countries have entirely disrupted this trade flow.

Meanwhile, Afghanistan has significantly bolstered its exports to Central Asian countries, including Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.