Afghanistan
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Afghanistan, Iran Discuss Infrastructure Projects and Trade Expansion
DID Press: Mullah Mohammad Isa Sani, acting Minister of Public Works of the Taliban administration, held talks with Alireza Bikdeli on expanding economic, trade, and infrastructure cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, the Iranian ambassador reported progress on…
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$3.6M Agreement Signed to Boost Livestock Sector Across 13 Provinces
DID Press: Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock (Taliban) announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with the Dutch Committee for Afghanistan (DCA) to support livestock development across 13 provinces. According to the ministry, the agreement was signed between the…
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Afghanistan Urges China to Accelerate Work on Mes Aynak Copper Project
DID Press: Ministry of Mines and Petroleum (Taliban) has called on Chinese officials and contracting companies to speed up implementation of the Mes Aynak copper project and ensure timely fulfillment of contractual obligations. According to the ministry, Mullah Hidayatullah Badri…
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Taliban Suspends Verification of Women’s Academic Documents
DID Press: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Taliban) halted the verification of educational certificates for women, a move that residents in Kabul say was directly communicated at the ministry’s entrance and effectively blocks women’s access to study and work opportunities abroad.…
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Afghanistan Rail Network Moves Over 429,000 Tons of Goods in One Week
DID Press: Ministry of Public Works (Taliban) announced that 429,536 metric tons of goods were transported via the country’s rail network between April 24–30, with the highest volume recorded at the Hairatan border terminal. According to the report, four major…
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UN-Habitat Urges Urban Investment to Strengthen Kabul’s Resilience
DID Press: UN-Habitat emphasized the importance of urban investment to strengthen resilience in Kabul, during a joint meeting held with diplomats and international organizations. The agency said discussions focused on how targeted investment in cities can help protect lives, enhance…
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Pakistan Warns of Stronger Response to Any Indian Aggression
DID Press: Khawaja Asif warned that Pakistan will deliver a stronger response to any future aggression by India, following what he described as a swift and decisive reaction by Pakistani forces in a recent confrontation. Speaking at the launch of…
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Taliban Opens Large Housing Township for Returnees in Nangarhar
DID Press: Taliban’s Ministry of Urban Development and Housing has inaugurated a residential township spanning nearly 18,000 jeribs of land for returning migrants in Nangarhar, as part of efforts to address resettlement needs. The township, located in the Rodat district…
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Taliban Health Delegation Visits Russia to Boost Pharma, Food Cooperation
DID Press: A delegation from the Taliban-run Public Health Ministry, led by Deputy Minister for Food and Drug Hamdullah Zahid, has traveled to Russia to expand bilateral cooperation in the supply of quality medicines and food products. According to the…
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Tajikistan to Host CAFA U-20 Championship
DID Press: Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Under-20 Championship is set to begin in Tajikistan in six days, bringing together youth national teams from across the region. According to organizers, the tournament aims to promote grassroots football development and identify…
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