Economy & Development
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ADB Approves $700M Loan to Reform Pakistan’s Insurance Sector
DID Press: Asian Development Bank has approved a $700 million financing package aimed at supporting major reforms in Pakistan’s insurance industry, with a focus on expanding coverage, strengthening financial resilience, and modernizing regulatory frameworks. According to the ADB, the program…
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Oil Prices Fall After Iran–US Understanding Eases Supply Concerns
DID Press: Global oil prices declined in trading on Tuesday after a reported understanding between the United States and Iran eased concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies. Brent Crude fell 2.2 percent to $77.7 per barrel, while West…
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Uzbekistan Advances Trans-Afghan Railway Project, Mirziyoyev Says
DID Press: Shavkat Mirziyoyev said at the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum that Uzbekistan is actively working on the Trans-Afghan railway project, stressing its importance for regional connectivity and access to southern seaports. Mirziyoyev, speaking at the investment forum in…
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Helmand Deputy Governor: Afghanistan Ready to Expand Economic Cooperation With Iran
DID Press: Officials from Helmand province and Iran’s South Khorasan province have held talks emphasizing expanded economic cooperation, increased joint investment, and broader trade exchange between Afghanistan and Iran. Rahimullah Mahmood said that closer coordination between Afghan and Iranian traders…
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Iran Eases Business Licensing Rules for Foreign Nationals
DID Press: Iran has introduced new measures to facilitate business activities for eligible foreign nationals by removing identification barriers and simplifying administrative requirements for obtaining business permits. The head of Iran’s National Center for Monitoring and Improving the Business Environment…
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Regional Envoys Meet in Almaty to Discuss Afghanistan’s Future
DID Press: Special representatives from the European Union and Central Asian countries met in Almaty on Tuesday for the eighth round of consultations on Afghanistan, focusing on regional connectivity, sustainable development, and the country’s evolving situation. According to Ministry of…
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Muttaqi Calls for Regional, Locally Driven Strategic Roadmap
DID Press: Amir Khan Muttaqi has called for the development of a region-centered strategic roadmap based on local narratives, emphasizing stronger academic cooperation and deeper regional connectivity. Speaking at a meeting in Kabul attended by heads of strategic research centers…
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Pakistan Jamaat-e-Islami Calls for Priority Completion of Iran–Pakistan Gas Pipeline
DID Press: Leader of Pakistan’s Jamaat-e-Islami party has called for accelerating the Iran–Pakistan gas pipeline project, reducing fuel prices, and expanding free trade between the two countries. Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, head of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, stressed the importance of strengthening economic ties…
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China Urges SCO to Back Afghanistan Reconstruction Efforts
DID Press: China has urged members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to support Afghanistan’s reconstruction and development efforts while strengthening regional stability and security cooperation. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks during a ceremony in Beijing marking…
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Real Madrid Land 4-Star Signings for Just €80M
DID Press: Real Madrid have completed one of the most remarkable transfer windows of 2026, securing four high-profile players for a combined fee of just €80 million. The Spanish giants signed Denzel Dumfries for €20 million and Marc Cucurella for…
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