Business
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Closure of Trade Routes with Afghanistan Slashes Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Revenues by Over 50%
Closure of trade routes with Afghanistan since October has cut Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s revenues by over 50%, prompting calls for urgent…
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EU Launches Second Phase of ‘Mala’ Financial Program to Boost Microfinance in Afghanistan
The EU and Afghanistan Capital Growth Fund launch the second phase of 'Mala' with €15M to enhance microfinance and support…
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Gold Prices Approach $5,600 per Ounce Amid Global Market Surge
Gold prices surged nearly 3.2% to approach $5,600 per ounce amid rising geopolitical tensions and strong investor demand in global…
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Kazakhstan Sees Afghanistan as a Regional Transit Partner in Major Rail Project
Kazakhstan plans to fully fund a regional rail line connecting Central Asia with Pakistan via Afghanistan, viewing Afghanistan as a…
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Taliban Ministry of Finance Orders Delay in Government Employees’ Salaries
Taliban's Ministry of Finance delays government employees' salaries for the month of Jadi, sparking widespread concern amid economic hardship and…
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Nearly 700,000 Metric Tons of Goods Transported via Afghanistan’s Railways in One Month
Afghanistan's railways transported nearly 700,000 metric tons of goods last month, highlighting its vital role in trade and economic growth.
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EU Allocates €10 Million to Empower Afghan Women Economically
The EU commits €10 million to empower Afghan women economically through business support, mentorship, and market access amid social restrictions.
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UAE Company Commits to Produce 1,000 MW of Gas-Powered Electricity in Afghanistan
A UAE company plans to invest in producing 1,000 MW of gas-based electricity in Afghanistan, aiming to ease the country's…
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Taliban Administration in Panjshir Sells 3,835 Carats of Emeralds Worth $90,110
Taliban in Panjshir sells 3,835 carats of emeralds worth $90,110, raising concerns over revenue transparency and resource management.
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Imported Electricity from Uzbekistan to Kabul Still Not Restored
Power imported from Uzbekistan to Kabul remains disconnected due to storm damage; repairs delayed amid safety concerns, causing severe electricity…