Business
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Taliban Administration Moves to Control Rising Drug Prices in Afghanistan
Afghanistan's Taliban gov't tackles surging drug prices amid Pakistani import halt, signing deals with India and negotiating with Iran for…
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Taliban Spokesman Cites 2% Inflation Forecast for Afghanistan in 2025
Taliban spokesperson cites World Bank report projecting 2% inflation in Afghanistan by 2025, among lowest in the region, despite widespread…
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Taliban Establishes Independent Oil and Gas Authority
Taliban forms Independent Oil and Gas Authority to centralize sector control, raising concerns about transparency and public accountability.
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Two-Day Women’s Products Exhibition Held in Kabul
A two-day women's products expo in Kabul promoted Afghan female entrepreneurs amid licensing challenges and Taliban-imposed restrictions.
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WFP Warns of Mounting Economic Pressures in Afghanistan
WFP reports Afghanistan's economy under severe strain from shocks including drought, migration, and trade shifts, impacting millions' livelihoods.
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World Bank: Afghanistan’s Economy Continues to Grow, But Challenges Persist
Afghanistan's economy is growing for the second year, but poverty, high unemployment, and Taliban policies continue to hinder long-term progress.
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Two-Day Women’s Entrepreneurship Expo Opens in Kabul
A women's entrepreneurship expo opens in Kabul, featuring 75 Afghan businesswomen showcasing products amid limited economic support.
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Power Shortages Disrupt Urban Life Across Afghanistan, UN Warns
UN warns power shortages in Afghan cities are disrupting daily life, harming education and business amid lack of Taliban investment…
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Taliban Industry Minister Stresses Expansion of Trade Ties with Iran
Taliban minister says trade with Iran has reached $500M and emphasizes diversification despite US sanctions and challenges with Pakistan ties.
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Construction Begins on Major Petroleum Trade Center in Mazar-i-Sharif
Taliban officials launch $15 million petroleum trade center project in Mazar-i-Sharif to boost oversight and stabilize fuel market in northern…