ICG: Taliban economic plan heavy on ideology, silent on financing
A Taliban official told the group that the Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada himself blocks detailed planning.
Economy
Economy
Food prices in Afghanistan spiked during internet blackout
Residents said the blackout not only fueled inflation but also sparked widespread anxiety.
Economy
Afghanistan internet shutdown halts remittances, banking services
Afghans abroad said they have been unable to send money to their families since the shutdown began on Sept. 29.
Economy
Kam Air to resume some flights from Kabul amid internet shutdown
The official told Amu that flights from Kabul to Dubai and Kabul to Istanbul were scheduled to restart.
Business
Sources: All flights canceled at Kabul airport after internet blackout
According to the sources, even airport officials were not informed in advance of the internet cutoff.
Economy
Pakistan’s trade with Central Asia rises; Afghanistan remains top importer
Official figures show Afghanistan imported more than $1.3 billion worth of goods from Pakistan.
Economy
Economic hardship forces some in Badghis to buy flour by the kilo
They warn that business has slowed and daily survival has become increasingly difficult.
Business
Taliban commerce ministry reports 30% rise in Afghanistan’s trade
Taliban said exports totaled $748 million during the period, up 9% from $685 million a year earlier.
Economy
Afghanistan: People with disabilities say they face worsening poverty, neglect
Many told Amu they lack job opportunities, housing security and basic support.
Economy
Taliban say 10 new factories open in Herat industrial park
Taliban said the additions bring the number of active factories and companies in Herat’s industrial park to 1,170.