Afghanistan Raises Domestic Drug Output to 38%

DID Press: Taliban authorities say Afghanistan’s pharmaceutical industry has expanded significantly, with domestic production now covering 38% of national demand, up from 25% eight months ago.

Officials made the announcement during the second national and international “Avicenna Balkhi” pharmaceutical exhibition in Kabul, highlighting what they describe as rapid growth in local drug manufacturing.

Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Abdul Ghani Baradar stated that 134 active pharmaceutical factories are currently operating in the country and contributing to domestic supply.

Baradar attributed the increase in production capacity to new investments, support for local manufacturing, and expansion of industrial facilities. He also warned traders against hoarding medicines and stressed that product quality must remain a top priority for manufacturers.

He added that the Taliban administration supports lawful investors and is working to create a more stable environment for industrial development.

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs Abdul Salam Hanafi called on Afghan medical and pharmaceutical professionals living abroad to return and contribute to strengthening the country’s healthcare and drug production sectors.