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First Direct Rail Shipment from China to Herat Arrives via Iran

The first direct rail shipment from China to Afghanistan via Iran arrives in Herat, boosting regional trade connectivity and reducing…

Afghanistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Falls by 93% Since Taliban Takeover

Afghanistan’s transit trade with Pakistan has dropped 93% since 2021, as Kabul shifts focus to new markets including Iran, Central…

World Bank and Asian Development Bank Delegation Visits Kandahar to Assess Agricultural Sector

A joint World Bank and Asian Development Bank team visits Kandahar to evaluate agriculture and explore economic support opportunities.

Grape Prices in Kandahar Plunge 65% Amid Increased Production

Grape prices in Kandahar have dropped 65% despite a rise in production, causing major losses for farmers due to export…

Afghanistan Central Bank Deputy Meets ACGF Delegation to Discuss SME Financing

Afghanistan's central bank deputy meets ACGF officials to discuss financing and support for SMEs and expanding financial inclusion in the…

First Direct Rail Shipment from China Arrives in Herat, Afghanistan

A 500-ton direct rail shipment from China has successfully arrived in Herat via Iran, marking the first transit on this…

UN: Trade Remains One of the Few Income Opportunities for Afghan Women Amid Rising Restrictions

UNDP reports that trade is one of the few income sources for Afghan women as restrictions limit their economic and…

US Imports No Iraqi Oil for Third Consecutive Week Amid Regional Tensions

The US imports no oil from Iraq for the third week in a row amid regional tensions; Saudi shipments also…