Afghanistan: Eid markets subdued as prices rise and economic hardship persists
Some vendors say the economic slowdown has also reduced customer traffic compared with previous years.
Some vendors say the economic slowdown has also reduced customer traffic compared with previous years.
Drivers say the damaged roads have increased their operating costs, as vehicles frequently require repairs and tires are often damaged.
Undocumented vehicles — often referred to as “one-key” cars — are vehicles imported without official records at customs or registration.
The statement said up to 1,300 trucks carrying commercial goods pass through the crossing each day.
Alokozay said markets currently have enough food supplies for about one to one-and-a-half months but warned that urgent measures should.
Flour and sugar prices have climbed by about 200 Afghanis in recent days, residents say, raising concerns for low-income families.
Growers in Herat say the cost of agricultural supplies has surged in recent days, raising concerns about the upcoming planting.
Shopkeepers say the cost of rice, cooking oil and other staples has surged in recent days amid disruptions to cross-border.
Shopkeepers say food and other goods have grown more expensive in western Afghanistan, where markets depend heavily on trade with.
Business leaders say border closures and fighting in Iran have stalled key transit routes, while residents report rising food and.