Economy & Development
-
White House Accuses Taliban of Diverting Humanitarian Aid from Afghanistan People
DIDPress: White House released a report accusing Afghanistan’s caretaker government of obstructing U.S. financial and humanitarian aid from reaching the Afghanistan people, saying Taliban are diverting these resources for their own benefit. American officials claim to have evidence that the…
Read More » -
Return of Migrants: Economic Challenge or Opportunity?
A recent poll conducted by DID Press News Agency highlights public concerns about pressure on the labor market and public services. Following the increasing trend of migrant returns, DID Press News Agency has published the results of an online poll…
Read More » -
Afghan Handwoven Carpets Shine in China’s Booming Market
DIDPress: China’s Xinhua News Agency highlighted the growing popularity of Afghan handwoven carpets, noting their increasing presence not just in private homes but also in Chinese restaurants. At the 9th China-South Asia Expo held in Kunming, capital of southwest China’s…
Read More » -
Afghanistan at Heart of Central Asia’s Roadmap: From Isolation to Regional Connectivity
DIDPress: In an analysis, Eurasianet reported that Relations between the five Central Asian countries and Afghanistan are warming as plans move ahead for new rail links, increased trade and creating opportunities for ordinary Afghans. Central Asian states are prioritizing bringing…
Read More » -
CPEC to CPAEC: Aspiration to Actualisation
DIDPress: In an article for Express Tribune, Reza Muhammad argues that China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the Iran-Afghanistan-Central Asia-China corridor, and the proposed China-Pakistan-Afghanistan Economic Corridor (CPAEC) could complement one another, yielding multiplied benefits—including job creation, poverty reduction, women’s…
Read More » -
Regional Reshape Through China’s Rail Ambitions in Afghanistan
DIDPress: Think China media wrote that Trans-Afghan Railway (TAR) is a proposed rail route that will stretch from Termez in Uzbekistan to Peshawar in Pakistan, passing through Mazar-i-Sharif and Logar cities in Afghanistan. On May 21, 2025, the foreign ministers…
Read More » -
Chinese Visa Facilitation and Development of Chabahar Port on Afghanistan’s Agenda
DIDPress: Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan’s caretaker government announced that facilitating visa issuance for Afghan traders and utilizing transit routes, particularly Chabahar Port, are priorities for Afghanistan’s economic diplomacy in regional talks. In a meeting with a group of Afghan…
Read More » -
CSTO Reaffirms Commitment to Afghanistan’s Development
DIDPress: Top diplomats from the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) member nations have reiterated their commitment to efforts to promote stability and development in Afghanistan. “We reiterate our commitment to helping Afghanistan become a peaceful and stable country and our…
Read More » -
Daily Fuel Imports from Iran to Afghanistan Reach 3,000 Tons
DIDPress: Following recent ceasefire between Iran and Israel, fuel imports from Iran to Afghanistan have resumed, gradually restoring cross-border trade to normal levels. Herat Chamber of Commerce and Investment confirmed the development, saying that cross-border trade between the two countries…
Read More » -
India-Afghanistan Bilateral Trade Reaches $1 Billion
DIDPress: Bilateral trade between Afghanistan and India reached $1 billion in the 2024–25 fiscal year (April 1, 2024–March 31, 2025), reflecting growing economic ties, increased agricultural imports, and expanding commercial engagement between the two countries. Despite regional challenges, India and…
Read More »