Afghanistan
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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 Faces Drought in North, Heavy Rainfall in East
DID Press: Afghanistan’s National Disaster Management Authority warned of ongoing drought in the northern regions and heavy rain and snow in the eastern provinces over the coming week. Recent forecasts indicate that reduced precipitation and low snowpack in downstream areas…
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Uzbekistan Warns Regional Extremism Threatens Afghanistan and Central Asia
DID Press: Uzbekistan warned that the spread of regional extremism poses a direct threat to Afghanistan and the security of Central Asian states, linking its concerns to instability in the Middle East. Abdulaziz Kamilov, foreign policy adviser to the president…
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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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UN Launches Digital Learning Hubs to Empower Afghan Girls in Kabul Schools
DID Press: UN Development Programme (UNDP) launched “Digital Corners” in schools in Kabul’s Istalif and Mosahi districts, expanding access to basic digital education—particularly for girls. These in-school hubs provide computers, internet access, tailored curricula, and trained instructors, delivering hands-on digital…
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Taliban: No Group Has Access to US Military Equipment Left in Afghanistan
DID Press: Taliban’s Interior Ministry denied reports that U.S. military weapons and equipment left behind after the American withdrawal from Afghanistan have been distributed to armed groups, insisting all such equipment remains under full government control. Abdul Mateen Qani, spokesperson…
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Afghanistan Closes 84 Private Health Facilities in Kapisa, Kabul Over Violations
DID Press: Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Health announced the closure of 84 private health centers and pharmacies in Kapisa and Kabul provinces due to violations of health regulations, price gouging, and operation without qualified personnel. During the past month, extensive…
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UK PM Starmer Says Trump Must Apologize Over NATO Remarks
DID Press: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments regarding NATO’s role in Afghanistan war, calling them insulting to Washington’s allies and demanding an official apology. Starmer highlighted the sacrifice of hundreds of British soldiers…
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Afghanistan, Bangladesh Take New Steps to Boost Trade Cooperation
DID Press: In an effort to expand economic ties, a delegation from Afghanistan’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce, led by its deputy minister, met with Bangladeshi government officials and business representatives in Dhaka. During the official visit, both sides discussed…
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Afghanistan Hosts First Public Snowboarding Event in Kabul with 100 Athletes
DID Press: Afghanistan Snowboarding Federation held the country’s first public snowboarding event in Kabul, with 100 young athletes taking part on the hills and slopes of Omid-e Sabz township following recent snowfall. The event aimed to introduce and promote winter…
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