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Afghan, Russian Private Sectors Sign $103 Million in Trade Deals
Meanwhile, a meeting between businesspeople and private sector representatives from both countries was held in Kabul.
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Baradar, Overchuk discuss stronger trade ties, joint investment
Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund has called for expanding trade between Afghanistan and Russia, inviting Russian companies to invest in mining, industry, infrastructure, agriculture and livestock.
Afghanistan aid appeal just 33% funded, UN agency says
Afghanistan’s humanitarian response plan for 2026 has received less than one-third of the funding it requires, leaving a shortfall of more than $1.15 billion as nearly 22 million people remain in need of assistance, the UN agency, OCHA, said Wednesday.
COP31 leaders link climate action to economic growth, lower living costs
World leaders attending the COP31 climate summit in Türkiye are promoting climate action as a way to strengthen economies and reduce the cost of living amid rising inflation and disruptions to global energy markets.
1st shipment of Bamyan potatoes exported to Uzbekistan
Exports of potatoes from Bamyanprovince to Uzbekistan have begun, with the first consignment of eight trucks heading towards Termez, the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) said on Thursday.
Afghanistan’s First Specialized Mining Exhibition Opens in Kabul
Nooruddin Azizi, Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, spoke about the country’s mineral exports in the past.
Direct Flights from Herat to Dubai Resume After Five-Year Suspension
Some passengers say the resumption of direct flights has provided greater convenience and reduced their travel expenses.
Islamic Emirate Reacts to UNSC Concerns About Afghan Women
The Deputy UK Representative also stressed during the meeting that women must play a central role in determining Afghanistan’s future.
Putin praises Martyr Leader of Islamic Revolution for role in establishing GECF
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the role of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, in establishing the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) at its eighth summit. He also backed the Iranian president’s call for collective action against unilateral sanctions.
Inquiry finds Australian officers knew of efforts to portray Afghan civilians as fighters
Some Australian Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) officers knew that weapons were being placed beside the bodies of Afghan civilians to portray them as fighters, but failed to take action to stop the unlawful practice, a media report said on Thursday.
Araghchi: Iran remains open to diplomacy
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will remain in close contact with intermediaries to give diplomacy a chance, even as its armed forces stand ready to defend the country.
Iran’s Parliament Approves Fines of Up to €10,000 and Deportation for Foreign Nationals Residing Illegally in the Country
Members of Iran’s Islamic Consultative Assembly have approved penalties for the illegal entry or residence of foreign nationals in Iran, including deportation and a monetary fine of up to €10,000, determined according to the individual’s financial means.
Qalibaf: If you choose wrong path you will gain nothing
Iran’s Parliament speaker has posted a message on social media addressed to US decision-makers and the American public, warning that choosing the wrong path would bring no benefits and that all the consequences would be bitter and bleak.
Türkiye to host regional, European foreign ministers’ meeting on regional conflicts
Foreign ministers from Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, France and Germany will meet in Istanbul today to discuss regional conflicts and ways to strengthen cooperation, according to reports.
1st direct freight train from China heads to Afghanistan’s Hairatan
The first direct freight train from Linyi city in China’s Shandong Province to Hairatan port in northern Afghanistan has departed carrying commercial goods worth about 8 million yuan, according to reports.