Business

Kabul and Astana Seek Direct Financial Channels Amid Rising Trade

Afghanistan and Kazakhstan are establishing direct financial channels to boost trade and ease cross-border payments amid rapidly growing bilateral commerce.

UNODC Provides Livelihood Alternatives to 3,000 Families in Badakhshan to Replace Opium Poppy Cultivation

UNODC, with JICA cooperation, supports over 3,000 Badakhshan families with sustainable alternatives to opium poppy cultivation and irrigation improvements.

Russia Invites Afghanistan to Participate in ‘North-South’ Transport Forum

Russia invites Afghanistan to join the North-South transport forum to boost trade and economic ties despite Afghanistan's limited international recognition.

Taliban’s Ministry of Urban Development Signs Detailed Plan for Islam Qala Port Expansion

The Taliban's Ministry of Urban Development has signed a detailed plan to expand Islam Qala Port, aiming to boost trade,…

Second Phase of Jabal al-Saraj Cement Plant Begins, Aiming for 10,000 Tons Daily Production

Taliban starts second phase of Jabal al-Saraj cement plant in Parwan, aiming for 10,000 tons daily production and potential cement…

Ministry of Agriculture Prioritizes Enforcement of Anti-Food and Medicine Smuggling Law

Afghanistan's Ministry of Agriculture prioritizes enforcement of new law to prevent smuggling of food, medicine, and health products, supporting traders…

Herat Exports 117 Tons of Fresh Fruit Worth $146,000 to Arab and Asian Markets

Herat exported 117 tons of fresh fruit worth $146,000 to Arab and Asian countries, boosting local economy and supporting farmers.