Economy & Development
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Iran Pledges Support for Afghanistan Exports to Regional Markets
DID Press: Iran’s Consul General in Herat has said Tehran is working to help Afghanistan expand its exports to regional markets, emphasizing that the country should not remain solely an importer of goods. Speaking to reporters, Alireza Marhamati said strengthening…
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Afghanistan Invites Iranian Investors to Expand Economic Cooperation
DID Press: Afghanistan has invited Iranian investors to explore investment opportunities in joint economic projects, seeking to deepen trade and economic cooperation between the two neighboring countries. The invitation was made by Kamaluddin Tawhidi, head of the Afghanistan-Iran Joint Chamber…
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Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan Move to Deepen Political and Trade Ties
DID Press: Taliban and Kyrgyz officials have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral political, economic and transit cooperation during high-level talks in Bishkek, as both sides seek closer regional engagement. According to the Taliban embassy in Bishkek, Dr. Abdul Hai…
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Afghan Auto Traders Explore Uzbekistan Market
DID Press: A delegation of more than 30 Afghan automotive traders has traveled to Uzbekistan to explore opportunities for expanding imports of Uzbek-made vehicles into the Afghan market. According to Uzbek media reports, the visit was organized by the Chamber…
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Afghanistan Consulate in Mashhad Issues Guidance for Traders in Iran
DID Press: Afghanistan Consulate in Mashhad has announced that the transfer of commercial goods and personal business assets belonging to Afghan migrants to Afghanistan will only be permitted after registration, approval by the relevant committee, and completion of all legal…
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Uzbekistan, Pakistan Eye China Trade Route Expansion
DID Press: Uzbekistan and Pakistan are moving to expand bilateral trade through transit routes via China, signaling Tashkent’s effort to diversify its regional trade corridors alongside its planned connectivity through Afghanistan. Over the past year, Uzbekistan has strengthened economic engagement…
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Second Helmand River Bridge Project Breaks Ground
DID Press: Construction has begun on a 337-meter bridge over the Helmand River in Girishk district of Helmand Province, marking the start of a major infrastructure project aimed at improving transport links and easing traffic on one of Afghanistan’s busiest…
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Taliban, Uzbek Firm Sign Metals Exploration Agreement
DID Press: Taliban Ministry of Mines and Petroleum has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Uzbekistan’s Temur Sena company to conduct field studies and explore the country’s metallic mineral resources. The agreement was signed in the presence of officials…
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Taliban Says Foreign Tourist Arrivals to Afghanistan Rose 80%
DID Press: Taliban’s Ministry of Information and Culture says foreign tourist arrivals to Afghanistan have increased by 80%, attributing the rise to what it describes as improved security across the country. In a statement released on Monday, the ministry said…
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Afghanistan, Uzbekistan Sign $200 Million in Trade Deals
DID Press: Afghanistan and Uzbekistan have signed 22 trade agreements worth more than $200 million, marking a new step in expanding bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation, according to the Taliban’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce. The agreements were signed…
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