Economy, South Asia

Pakistan says Afghanistan trade route shift will not harm its economy

“All the goods loaded at the Karachi port for Afghanistan are, in reality, entering Pakistan,” Asif said.

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Economy

Nine in 10 Afghan families rely on crisis measures to survive, UN finds

The report finds that poverty, the mass return of migrants, and restrictions on women have pushed the country to the.

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Economy

Taliban urge traders to reduce reliance on Pakistan

“For the sake of the country's dignity, the protection of commerce and industry, and the rights of Afghans,” Baradar said.

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Economy

Taliban commerce minister says border closures with Pakistan cost $200 million a month

“Pakistan has frequently created obstacles, especially during the fruit export season,” Azizi said.

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Economy

Taliban’s Baradar demands halt to medicine imports from Pakistan, seeks trade guarantees

“If Pakistan wants trade routes to reopen, it must offer firm and credible guarantees,” Baradar said.

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Economy

Border closures disrupt trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan, costing millions daily

The Afghanistan-Pakistan Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry estimates that up to 2,000 trucks used to cross these points daily.

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Economy

Taliban approve infrastructure projects worth $37 million

According to the statement, 18 proposed projects were reviewed, but only six received final approval.

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Economy

Border closures with Pakistan cripple dried fruit trade in southern Afghanistan

In the provincial capital of Qalat, what was once a bustling center of commerce has fallen into quiet frustration.

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Economy

Afghanistan-Pakistan border closures enter 26th day

On Tuesday, approximately 1,200 families reportedly returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan through the same crossing.

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Economy

Afghanistan: Uzbekistan power line restored, electricity returns to 11 provinces

DABS said its engineers had repaired the 220-kilovolt imported power line from Uzbekistan, which was knocked out following a 6.3.

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