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Kabul Trade and Culture Fair Held Under Taliban Restrictions

Kabul's trade fair struggles under Taliban restrictions, low turnout, and limited female participation, hurting vendors and entrepreneurs, especially women.

Taliban Approves Infrastructure Projects Worth Over 1.5 Billion Afghanis

The Taliban has approved infrastructure projects worth 1.5B Afghanis amid criticism over transparency and lack of oversight.

Pakistan Faces Major Economic Losses as Trade Routes with Afghanistan Remain Blocked

Pakistan suffers major export losses due to trade disruptions with Afghanistan, affecting coal, cement, pharmaceuticals, and fruit markets.

18 Infrastructure Projects Completed in Kapisa Province

18 infrastructure projects completed in Kapisa, Afghanistan, amid concerns over Taliban transparency and calls for accountable governance.

Taliban Envoy Meets Head of Iran-Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce in Tehran

Taliban diplomat meets with Iran-Afghanistan commerce chief in Tehran to boost trade ties amid ongoing Taliban efforts to gain regional…

UN Urges Greater International Support for Afghanistan’s Infrastructure Projects

UN and Afghan officials discuss boosting international support for Kabul's water infrastructure amid a growing crisis and lack of local…

Thailand Seeks Full Membership in BRICS Bloc

Thailand formally seeks full BRICS membership, aiming for inclusion during India’s 2026 presidency, with support already extended by Russia.

Three Women-Led Businesses Launched in Logar, Afghanistan

Three new women-led companies have started operations in Logar, focusing on food, carpet weaving, and dried fruit processing amid ongoing…

Imam Muslim 32 Road Inaugurated in Herat

The Imam Muslim 32 road in Herat has been completed and opened amid growing concerns about transparency in Afghan infrastructure…

Saudi Arabia Pledges $1 Million to Boost Agriculture in Afghanistan

Saudi Arabia donates $1 million through ICRC and Islamic Development Bank to support agriculture and fight food insecurity in Afghanistan.