Border closures with Pakistan cripple dried fruit trade in southern Afghanistan
In the provincial capital of Qalat, what was once a bustling center of commerce has fallen into quiet frustration.
Economy
Economy
Afghanistan-Pakistan border closures enter 26th day
On Tuesday, approximately 1,200 families reportedly returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan through the same crossing.
Economy
Afghanistan: Uzbekistan power line restored, electricity returns to 11 provinces
DABS said its engineers had repaired the 220-kilovolt imported power line from Uzbekistan, which was knocked out following a 6.3.
Economy
Border closures between Afghanistan, Pakistan enter fourth week
The prolonged shutdown of five major border points, including Torkham and Spin Boldak, has resulted in an estimated loss of.
Economy
Earthquake cuts power to nine provinces, including Kabul, DABS says
In addition, a separate transmission line from Tajikistan to Kunduz Province was also damaged, DABS said.
Economy, Immigration
Torkham crossing reopens to migrants, remains closed to trade and travelers
The key transit point remains closed to trade convoys, regular travelers, and medical patients.
Economy
Over 64% of Afghans live in multidimensional poverty, UN report finds
Afghanistan’s MPI value — a key indicator of the depth and prevalence of poverty — is 0.360, far higher than.
Economy, South Asia
India secures US sanctions waiver extension for Chabahar Port operations
The Chabahar Port, located in southeastern Iran along the Gulf of Oman, is the only Iranian port with direct access.
Economy
Border closures enter 19th day, stalling bilateral trade
At the crossing in Torkham, in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Afghan travelers huddled at the checkpoint, unable to return home or.
Economy
First shipment of Kandahar’s pomegranate sent to Russia: Statement
The initiative aims to establish a long-term commercial relationship with Russian importers, the ministry added.