Taliban Economic Commission Holds Special Meeting on Unemployment and Imports
A special meeting of the Economic Commission, chaired by Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, the Deputy Economic Prime Minister of the Taliban administration, was held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the Marble Palace. The meeting focused on reducing unemployment, improving coordination of economic projects, and facilitating exports and imports.
According to published information, the governors of seven zones presented proposals and issues related to their administered areas. Discussions also took place on refining crude oil and ways to enhance economic processes.
Other key points of the meeting included expanding the list of permissible imported medicines, accelerating the issuance of industrial park permits, organizing and coordinating the leasing process of residential lands, and increasing the prices of export meats. The development of exports was also highlighted as a priority.
In conclusion, decisions were made regarding the discussed topics, though specific details of these decisions have not been made public. While the Taliban administration speaks of efforts to improve the economic situation, high unemployment rates and trade challenges remain serious concerns for residents and economic activists across the country.
