The lack of facilities to export Afghan rugs, as well as, the scarcity of raw materials have harmed the carpet.

Officials in Kunduz said onion prices have soared over an increase in demand for it in local markets.

Some Balkh residents said the increase in fuel prices has left them with no option but to walk to their.

Businesswomen in Balkh said that more than half of them have left their businesses over lack of attention by the.

The business community in Herat said that 300 factories are operating in the province.

Balkh residents said that relevant public offices must take action against soaring prices.

Work on the much-awaited gas pipeline project will begin within the next six months, the CEO of the project Mohammad.