Business
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Half of Afghanistan’s Budget Spent on Taliban Security Forces, World Bank Reports
World Bank says nearly half of Afghanistan's budget under Taliban rule has gone to security, sparking concern over financial priorities…
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Qatar-Backed Wheat Seed and Fertilizer Distribution Reaches 2,000 Farmers in Logar
Qatar-funded wheat seeds and fertilizers were distributed to 2,000 farmers in Logar province under Taliban administration, raising questions of transparency.
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Construction Begins on Water Dam in Shah Wali Kot District of Kandahar
Construction begins on a new water dam in Shah Wali Kot, Kandahar, aiming to tackle water shortages and aid irrigation…
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India Seeks Industrial Cooperation with Taliban Administration
India and the Taliban administration explore industrial cooperation, including cotton and textiles, amid concerns over political legitimization.
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UNDP Envoy Visits Nangarhar, Inspects Solar Energy Projects Supporting Returnees and Women
UNDP's Shoko Noda visits Nangarhar, inspects solar projects creating jobs for returnees and women amid Taliban restrictions.
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Taliban Administration Signs Two Economic Agreements with Uzbekistan
Taliban signs deals with Uzbekistan to reroute coal exports and import cement and medicines, amid concerns about transparency and public…
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Taliban Industry Minister Meets Afghan Businesspeople in India
Taliban industry chief Nooruddin Azizi met Afghan traders in India, pledging to address challenges, but concerns over business in Afghanistan…
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Iran and Taliban Officials Discuss Economic Cooperation and Afghan Refugees in Kabul Meeting
Iran and Taliban officials meet in Kabul to talk economic ties and Afghan refugees, amid ongoing global isolation of the…
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Kabul Residents Complain of Soaring Rent Prices Amid Harsh Economic Conditions
Kabul residents face soaring rents as cold weather approaches and oversight weakens, with high demand fueled by returning migrants and…
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Afghanistan’s Exports Rise Despite Border Closures with Pakistan
Afghanistan’s exports surged despite closed borders with Pakistan, driven by rising demand in India and Uzbekistan, says latest World Bank…