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Afghanistan’s weak economy results in deflation, poverty: World Bank report

The report elaborates that the headline inflation in Afghanistan fell to a negative 9.7 percent year-on-year in December 2023.

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Special passes proposed for Afghanistan-Pakistan cargo transport

Sarhadi recommended the issuance of special passes to about 1,000 truck drivers, aimed at facilitating smoother trade between the two.

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Federal Council grants privileges, immunities to Afghan Fund in Swiss

The agreement was approved by the Federal Council on Dec. 15, 2023, and subsequently entered into force following its signing.

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Jawzjan women turn to online businesses amid educational restrictions

Fereshte Amani, a 24-year-old former student and employee at a foreign institution in Jawzjan, has been running her online business.

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Afghanistan’s exports surpass $1.6 billion in past 10 months: Ministry

Most of these exports were made to Pakistan, India, and the United Arab Emirates, the ministry noted.

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Baghlan Sugar Factory resumes operations after years of inactivity

According to Taliban officials, the factory restarted on Jan. 27 and is expected to produce 56,000 kilograms of sugar per.

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Disabled women artisans in Ghazni struggle with market decline

The artisans expressed difficulty in earning enough to cover the costs of raw materials.

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Kyrgyzstan backs Afghanistan’s access to commonwealth of independent states market, minister says

Kyrgyzstan's minister of economy, leading a private sector delegation, met with Taliban officials and Afghan private sector representatives in Kabul.

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Uzbekistan, Pakistan discuss key transport and communication initiatives in Afghanistan

A primary topic of discussion was the construction of the Termez-Mazar-I-Sharif-Kabul-Peshawar railway line.

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Torkham border crossing reopens after 10-day closure

The closure led to Pakistan shutting down other commercial crossings with Afghanistan.

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