Torkham border closure strands patients, traders and drivers on both sides
Drivers said they are enduring difficult conditions with limited food, water and security.
Economy
Economy
Torkham crossing to open soon: Report
Hundreds of freight trucks remain blocked at the border as fears mount that trade is being held hostage to diplomacy.
Economy
Taliban inaugurate second phase of Kabul Folad steel plant in Herat
Construction of the second phase started in September 2024 with an initial investment of $18 million.
Economy
TAPI gas pipeline advances 14 kilometers in Afghanistan, Taliban say
Delegations from both sides inspected the project route and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening regional economic cooperation.
Economy
Border crossings between Afghanistan, Pakistan remain shut amid ceasefire
At least 500 trucks are currently held at the Chaman crossing, and another 140 at Angoor Adda, according to transport.
Economy
Facing joblessness, Farah residents say migration to Iran is their only option
Several recently returned migrants said they face dire economic conditions at home and feel they have no choice but to.
Economy
Afghanistan harvests more than 1.3 million tons of watermelon, Taliban say
The ministry said farmers harvested approximately 1,322,827 tons of watermelon across 78,808 hectares of farmland during the current solar year
Economy
Afghanistan’s melon harvest tops 1.35 million metric tons, Taliban ministry says
The ministry reported that 74,476 hectares of farmland were planted with melons this year.
Economy
Telecom firms say Taliban ordered fiber internet shutoffs in parts of Kabul at night
Some internet users confirmed the outages, saying they are unable to access fiber-optic services at night.
Economy
Afghanistan-Pakistan trade crossings remain closed for third day
Analysts warn that the prolonged closure could lead to higher prices for goods, decreased exports and further pressure on Afghanistan’s.