Exploring Cross-Border Partnerships to Empower Afghan SMEs: Accessing Resources, Technologies, and Expertise Through Regional Collaborations

Dr. Kalimullah Khan, Saeed Gul

Volume 1 Issue 1 | Dec 2024

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Abstract

This paper examines cross-border partnerships' role in empowering small and medium enterprises in Afghanistan. The study, specifically, examines cross-border partnerships for empowering existing SMEs through regional collaborations with special reference to accessing resources, technologies, and expertise. Qualitative methodology was applied by combining primary and secondary data. Primary data via focus group discussion has been collected to explore the strategies that can lead to the development of SMEs in Afghanistan. In contrast, secondary data is collected to describe the cross-border partnerships that empower existing SMEs. Content analysis is utilised for secondary and primary data. The study's results are discussed, along with recommendations and limitations.
Keywords: SMEs, cross-border partnerships, mixed method, Afghanistan