Economy & Development
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US and UK Impose Sanctions on Major Russian Oil Firms amid Ukraine War
DID Press: United States, aiming to increase economic pressure on Kremlin, has sanctioned two major Russian oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil. This move came a day after the announcement that President Donald Trump postponed his meeting with Vladimir Putin, while…
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Domestic, Foreign Investors Interested in Afghanistan Water, Energy Projects
DID Press: Representatives of several domestic and international companies have expressed interest in investing in Afghanistan’s water and energy sectors, according to the Taliban-led Ministry of Energy and Water. During a recent investment promotion conference, ministry officials presented key infrastructure…
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US National Debt Tops $38 Trillion amid Fiscal Turmoil
DID Press: United States’ national debt has surpassed $38 trillion, a record high that highlights growing fiscal strain as the federal government remains partially shut down. According to the U.S. Treasury, the debt rose by $1 trillion in less than…
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Afghanistani and Pakistani Traders Lost Millions Due to Border Closure
DID Press: Several days after Doha-mediated ceasefire agreement between Afghanistan and Pakistan, border crossings remain closed, which suspended trade activities between the two countries. Despite the recent agreement, tensions along key trade routes persist. Afghanistani traders reported that prolonged stoppages…
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UNAMA Deputy Visits Development Projects in Bamyan
DID Press: Indrika Ratwatte, Deputy Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and Humanitarian Coordinator, visited Bamyan province to review ongoing UN-led development projects in the sectors of education, health, agriculture, and livelihoods. Speaking to reporters after…
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IRC Warns Afghanistan may Lose 10% of GDP amid Aid Cuts
DID Press: International Rescue Committee (IRC) has warned that Afghanistan may lose up to 10 percent of its gross domestic product due to declining global aid, further straining the country’s fragile economy and humanitarian situation. The IRC report highlighted that…
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Iran Begins Issuing Work Visas for Afghanistani Migrants
DID Press: Iran has begun issuing official work visas for Afghanistani migrants in a new program that authorities say aims to regulate foreign employment and curb illegal labor. “The program, launched in early Mizan (late November), allows Iranian employers to…
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Pakistani Delegation Heading to Kabul for Border, Trade Issues
DID Press: A high-ranking Pakistani delegation will be in Kabul on Tuesday, 21 October, to hold discussions with Taliban government officials on border management and expansion of bilateral trade cooperation. The planned visit focuses on implementing a “Single Document System”…
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Kabul Governor Calls for Investment to Resolve Capital’s Electricity Crisis
DID Press: As electricity crisis in capital Kabul intensifies, local administration is seeking sustainable solutions through new planning and investment. Amid ongoing blackouts and power shortages in the capital, Kabul Governor emphasized the need for investment in electricity generation and…
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Palestinian Authority Unveils $67bln Plan for Gaza Reconstruction
DID Press: Palestinian Authority PM announced a comprehensive three-phase plan for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip during a special session held in Ramallah on Monday. Mohammad Mustafa, PM of the Palestinian Authority, unveiled the proposal in the presence of…
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