Taliban reopen fifth section of Hairatan-Mazar-i-Sharif railway
Taliban said the reopening of the railway corridor is expected to increase cargo capacity and strengthen trade links with Uzbekistan.
Economy
Economy
Senior Taliban delegation visits Turkmenistan for TAPI talks
The visit focused on the TAPI gas pipeline, land acquisition issues in Afghanistan and broader energy cooperation, Taliban officials said.
Economy
FAO, World Bank launch grant program for Afghan agribusinesses
The initiative aims to expand agricultural production, create rural jobs and strengthen market access, the organizations said.
Economy
Uzbek delegation in Kabul for trade talks
Taliban say the visit focuses on textile cooperation and regional trade amid continuing disruptions to traditional transit routes.
Economy
Taliban announce $150 million housing project in Balkh
Taliban officials said the residential complex in Mazar-i-Sharif would include nearly 1,450 apartments.
Economy, Health
Taliban open pharmaceutical exhibition amid push for local medicines
Taliban say local pharmaceutical manufacturing has expanded sharply in recent months.
Economy
Food prices ease in Afghanistan, but economic pressures persist, WFP says
A new WFP report says prices for several staple foods declined in early May, but rising annual costs and weak.
Economy
Denmark contributes $5.49 million to UN humanitarian fund for Afghanistan
This comes as UN agencies warn that deepening economic hardship and mass returns of migrants continue to fuel Afghanistan’s humanitarian.
Economy
Women-led exhibition opens in Herat
Nearly 200 booths are showcasing handmade goods and domestic products by women entrepreneurs.
Economy, US
UN says new $1.8 billion US aid will expand humanitarian operations
The additional $1.8 billion in American humanitarian funding comes as aid agencies warn of shrinking budgets, including in Afghanistan.