Category: Economy & Business

New handicraft factory in Parwan creates jobs for 150 women

A clothing and handicraft factory named “Almas” (Diamond) has been inaugurated in Afghanistan’s Parwan province, providing job opportunities for women.

Islamic Emirate defends Afghan saffron quality, rejects Iranian smuggling claims

In response to recent claims made by an Iranian official about saffron smuggling through Afghanistan, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce under the Islamic Emirate has strongly defended the quality of Afghanistan’s saffron, asserting that the country is one of the world’s top producers.

Afghanistan benefiting from a 30% surge in cotton production

The National Statistics and Information Authority (NSIA) announced on Monday, that Afghanistan is benefiting from a 30% surge in cotton production compared to the previous year.

Herat’s pistachio exports rise by 20% in nine months

Officials from the Chamber of Commerce and Investment in Herat have announced a 20% increase in pistachio exports from the province.

Afghanistan-Russia trade hits $174 million in eight months

Officials from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce under the Islamic Emirate have stated that trade between Afghanistan and Russia totaled $174 million in the

Iran to help Afghan exports reach Europe via railways

The acting Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate, Nooruddin Azizi, who recently visited Iran, met with Morteza Jafari, Deputy Director of Operations

Helmand farmers shift to date farming after opium poppy ban

Farmers in Helmand province, located in southern Afghanistan, have expressed that following the Islamic Emirate’s ban on opium poppy cultivation, they have turned to horticulture, particularly the establishment of date palm orchards.

Afghanistan, Turkey to collaborate on carpet industry promotion and export

Turkey has agreed to assist in promoting and exporting Afghanistan’s carpet industry, said officials at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce under the Islamic Emirate.

Afghan traders demand improved infrastructure at the Angur Adda border crossing

Using the Angur Adda border crossing, which is 500 kilometers closer to the port of Karachi than other Pakistani border crossings, reduces costs for traders.

Afghans turn to SMEs to drive economic, social development

Small-scale entrepreneurship, often initiated by individuals with limited capital and resources, has attracted attention due to its flexibility, innovation, and direct connection to local needs.

A girl’s daring journey to shape her own journey

After the closure of universities for female students, 22-year-old Farah Diba, a student of social sciences, decided not to surrender but courageously pursue her childhood dream.