Taliban Authorities Warn Drug Importers Against Hoarding and Price Hikes
The Deputy Minister of Public Health under the Taliban administration has urged pharmaceutical and medical equipment import companies to refrain from hoarding and illegal price increases. He also called on them to sign contracts with reputable companies in neighboring and regional countries for the import of quality medicines.
In a statement released by the ministry, Hamdullah Zahed emphasized during a meeting with officials from the Medical Equipment Importers Union that traders must bring quality medicines to the Afghan market at reasonable prices to ensure that the public’s access to health services is not compromised.
According to the ministry, drug sellers and import companies were warned during the meeting against hoarding and raising medicine prices under various pretexts. The Taliban administration has declared that legal action will be taken if any violations are observed.
The pharmaceutical market in Afghanistan has experienced price fluctuations and concerns over the quality of some products in recent years. Given the economic situation of citizens, any increase in medicine prices could make it more difficult for families to access healthcare services, highlighting the need for transparent and effective oversight by responsible institutions.
