Economy
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Prolonged Trade Route Closures with Afghanistan Increase Economic Pressure on Pakistan
DID Press: According to Washington Post, the prolonged closure of key trade routes between Afghanistan and Pakistan has had a significant negative impact on Pakistan’s economy and domestic markets. The report says Pakistan closed major trade corridors with Afghanistan in…
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Lifting restrictions against Afghan women; UNAMA repeatedly calls on Taliban
DID Press: UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has called for the lifting of government restrictions on Afghan women, the UN Deputy Secretary-General for Political and Peace Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo, has called for the lifting of government restrictions on Afghan…
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Pakistan’s Trade Gap with Neighbors Surges 44pc in first FY2026
DID Press: Pakistan’s trade deficit with nine neighboring countries surged 44.4pc to $7.683 billion in the first half of fiscal year 2026, driven primarily by declining regional exports and significant import growth. According to the State Bank of Pakistan, the…
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Afghanistan, UN Stress Expanded Cooperation and Economic Stability
DID Press: Taliban’s acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani met with Rosemary DiCarlo, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, to discuss strengthening engagement between Afghanistan and the international community, cooperation in combating narcotics, enhancing economic stability, lifting restrictions…
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UNICEF Sounds Alarm on Children’s Crisis in Eastern Afghanistan
DID Press: UNICEF has warned that heavy snowfall in earthquake-affected areas of eastern Afghanistan has significantly worsened the humanitarian situation, particularly for children. UNICEF said severe winter conditions have compounded the hardships faced by families already impacted by recent earthquakes,…
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Ronaldo Eyes Post-Football Future as Investor in Saudi Arabia
DID Press: Cristiano Ronaldo, nearing the final stages of his playing career, is reportedly planning a new role in Saudi Arabia after retiring from football, potentially in 2027. According to reports, Ronaldo will pursue investment opportunities in the country following…
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Taliban Economy Ministry Official Says “Battle of Narratives” Today’s Main Front
DID Press: Deputy minister at Afghanistan’s Taliban-run Ministry of Economy said the most significant challenge facing the country today is a “battle of narratives” being waged through the media, warning of ongoing efforts to influence public opinion via information warfare.…
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US exits WHO with $260M unpaid dues, legal dispute looms
DID Press: US formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), a move that Bloomberg reports leaves the U.S. with roughly $260 million in unpaid contributions and has sparked criticism over Washington’s accountability in global health governance. According…
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Afghanistan Expands Electricity Distribution Networks Amid Rising Demand
DID Press: DABS (Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat) announced new progress in developing Afghanistan’s electricity distribution networks. In response to growing energy demand and existing challenges in the distribution system, DABS has launched serious efforts to expand and improve distribution networks…
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Systemic Competition with China: Trump Revives 1950s Strategic Logic
DID Press: US President Donald Trump, posted on Truth Social calling for an increase in the U.S. military budget for 2027 from about $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion. This post is not merely a financial stance or political gesture; it…
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