Taliban demand advance transport fees from drivers, sources say
The practice has already been implemented in several urban centers, sources said.
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Taliban’s secrecy over national budget, public spending raises questions
Since taking power in August 2021, Taliban have not published a national budget.
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Exclusive: Taliban withhold national budget for fourth consecutive year
There has also been no disclosure of projected revenues or spending ceilings.
Economy
Taliban say World Bank to resume payments owed to Afghan contractors
The Taliban-run ministry said in a statement that the repayment will be carried out in phases.
Economy
Taliban sign economic agreements with Russia during visit to Tatarstan
The agreements span trade, transportation, transit logistics and joint private-sector ventures.
Economy
UN agency says millions face hunger in Afghanistan amid aid cuts
The shortfall threatens to push millions into what the WFP described as a potential “catastrophic hunger” crisis in the months.
Economy
Russian company signs deal with Taliban to extract oil in Afghanistan
The deal was finalized between the Russian company Inteco Group and Taliban during Kazan Forum.
Economy
Taliban sign agreements in Tajikistan to accelerate CASA-1000 energy project
CASA-1000, launched in May 2016 with an estimated value of $1.2 billion. Work on the project was stopped in 2021.
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Taliban invite Mordovia investors to explore opportunities in Afghanistan
Zdunov reportedly expressed readiness to deepen trade ties with Afghanistan.
Economy
Fire engulfs shoe market in Kunduz
Despite the arrival of firefighting crews, witnesses said the fire continued to spread rapidly.