Additionally, 80,072 metric tons were traded via the Torghundi railway, with the remainder through the Aqina and Khawaf railways.

In the past three months, the price of a 560-kilogram consignment of firewood has risen by 3,000 Afghanis ($42).

Shopkeepers report an increased interest in the hats, known locally as Kolah Kandahari, since the Taliban's takeover.

With limited job opportunities, the hike in prices, particularly for coal, is causing hardships during the cold season, locals said.

The agreement was finalized during a meeting in Turkey with Mohammad Omar Asazada, Chairman of Tajikistan's Electricity Company, as stated.

With the upcoming operations of Jazeera Airways and Air Arabia, the number of international carriers at Kabul's airport will increase.

These initiatives, as outlined by the ministry, are slated for implementation in Kabul, Samangan, Sar-e-Pul, Herat, Baghlan, Balkh, and Badakhshan.

This electricity shortage has a domino effect, extending to water supply issues, leaving many residents without consistent access.

Exports to Afghanistan saw a surge to $232.697 million from $213.282 million, as per the report.

Baradar also announced plans to commence work on a second tunnel soon.