Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce says billions in imports blocked in Pakistan ports
“These goods are spoiling, their shelf-lives expiring. Traders in Afghanistan and Pakistan are losing nearly $2 million a day,” Alokozay said.
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Taliban trade minister departs for Turkey to attend ECO meeting
He is scheduled to meet with Turkish private‑sector representatives to discuss investment and commerce opportunities.
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Taliban trade minister says Pakistan closure spurs shift to Iran route
He said they are now working closely with India to fully operationalize the Chabahar port in Iran as an alternative.
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Taliban Finance Ministry claims halted Pakistan trade has not hurt Afghanistan’s commerce
In a statement, the ministry said trade with other nations “continues without any problem” despite the border closures.
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Stove makers in Zabul see sharp decline in sales as poverty deepens
Despite colder temperatures, many residents cannot afford wood-burning stoves or fuel to heat their homes.
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Families in Badghis struggle as winter sets in
In Bala Murghab district, residents say they are unable to protect their children from the biting cold due to a.
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India to resume cargo flights with Afghanistan
During his visit, Azizi is expected to meet India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Monday.
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Food prices surge in Kabul amid border closures
Traders attribute the price hikes to disruptions in imports from Pakistan, which remains a major source of food and consumer.
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India’s FM discusses ways to strengthen trade in meeting with Taliban commerce minister
Jaishankar reiterated India’s support for the development and welfare of the people of Afghanistan.”
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Amid tensions with Pakistan, Taliban minister travels to India for trade talks
Five major border crossings between Afghanistan and Pakistan have remained closed to trade and transit for the past 40 days.