Food vendors in Ghor struggle as incomes drop sharply amid economic strain
“On a good day, we make 200 to 300 afghanis,” said Shah Jahan, a vendor in Tiwara district.
Economy
Economy
WFP reports slight drop in food prices in Afghanistan
The WFP’s Countrywide Weekly Market Report shows a 0.7 percent drop in the national average price.
Business
Taliban say trade shipment from France arrives in Herat
Taliban hailed the arrival as a symbolic and logistical milestone.
Economy
Taliban commerce minister travels to Kazakhstan for Astana Forum
Taliban said Azizi is expected to speak at the conference on “opportunities and economic growth” in Afghanistan
Economy
Civil servants report salary cuts and delays amid Taliban budget shortfall
Two civil servants from separate ministries confirmed to Amu TV that their salaries had been cut in recent weeks.
Economy
Taliban cabinet approves 40 percent fee reduction for vendors
This comes after Taliban imposed new vendor regulations in 2022, requiring payments based on location, a burden many vendors said.
Economy
Exclusive: Taliban halve subsistence allowances for their military university staff
In addition to cutting allowances, university employees have been instructed to find accommodations outside campus facilities.
Economy
Chamber of Industries says local goods to be sold at 25% discount
The exhibition, organized under the Taliban-run Ministry of Industry and Commerce, opened Tuesday.
Economy
Taliban leader order salary cuts for civil servants: Sources
The order stems from what sources describe as severe budget constraints and mounting economic challenges.
Economy
Afghanistan-Pakistan trade sees boost as tax on Afghan exports lifted, joint chamber reports
The Chamber announced that these new regulations are designed to strengthen commercial ties between the two nations.