Uzbekistan exports $1.3 billion worth of goods to Afghanistan
Russia remained Uzbekistan’s top export market during the period, importing about $4 billion worth of goods.
Amu Region, Economy
Economy
Sources say Taliban salary halt applies to all ministries
Public employees said the issue has heightened anxiety, particularly during the winter, when living costs rise and alternative sources of.
Economy
Afghanistan’s trade with Pakistan drops up to 45%: ACCI
An ACCI member said around 12,000 trucks carrying Afghan transit goods are currently stranded in Pakistan.
Economy
$60 million power projects launched and completed in Herat: Statement
A 130-kilometre extension of a 220-kilovolt transmission line from Turkmenistan is among four projects completed.
Economy
$120 million aluminium can factory project launched in Herat
Taliban officials said the project would be fully financed by private investment and aims to reduce Afghanistan’s reliance on imported.
Economy
Taliban halt payment of public employees until further notice: Sources
Sources said this marks the first time payments have been formally suspended without a specified date for resumption.
Economy
Rising fuel prices leave low-income families struggling to stay warm in Ghazni
“In one compound, three brothers live together,” said Khushhal, a resident of Ghazni.
Economy
Taliban sign $28 million power supply contract for northern districts
The contract, signed at a ceremony in Kabul, is valued at 1.886 billion afghanis ($28 million).
Economy
$50 million worth of grapes spoiled amid Pakistan border closures: ACCI
“When Afghan fruit was being exported – grapes worth nearly $50 million – it spoiled,” Alokozay said.
Economy
Afghanistan: Food prices rise sharply in Parwan amid border closures
Traders said prices of basic staples have increased by 400 to 700 afghanis ($6–$11) in recent weeks.