Border crossings remain closed despite ceasefire between Pakistan, Taliban
The Torkham and Spin Boldak crossings were shut down early Sunday following a night of heavy fighting.
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World Bank: Afghanistan sees modest growth but deepening poverty, fragility
“Humanitarian needs are rapidly rising, while domestic capacity to cope remains severely limited,” the report warned.
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Women in Uruzgan spin wool to survive
The women collect raw wool, clean it by hand and spin it into thread used for carpet weaving.
Economy
Iran resumes electricity exports to Afghanistan, Pakistan
Rajabi Mashhadi said exports would remain at that level unless demand in the neighboring countries or market conditions change.
Economy
ICG: Foreign states demand transparency, but Taliban resist scrutiny of finances
Taliban leaders admit to shortcomings in legal and regulatory frameworks, calling them barriers to economic recovery, the report said.
Economy
ICG: Taliban economic plan heavy on ideology, silent on financing
A Taliban official told the group that the Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada himself blocks detailed planning.
Economy
Food prices in Afghanistan spiked during internet blackout
Residents said the blackout not only fueled inflation but also sparked widespread anxiety.
Economy
Afghanistan internet shutdown halts remittances, banking services
Afghans abroad said they have been unable to send money to their families since the shutdown began on Sept. 29.
Economy
Kam Air to resume some flights from Kabul amid internet shutdown
The official told Amu that flights from Kabul to Dubai and Kabul to Istanbul were scheduled to restart.
Economy
Pakistan’s trade with Central Asia rises; Afghanistan remains top importer
Official figures show Afghanistan imported more than $1.3 billion worth of goods from Pakistan.