In recent weeks, two of Afghanistan’s most critical import corridors have simultaneously fallen into disruption. On one hand, tensions with Pakistan have been rising for several months, and the border has been officially […]
Recent border closures between Afghanistan and Pakistan have again triggered sharp increases in the prices of wheat flour, rice, vegetables, and other essentials across Afghan markets. During the late‑2025 shutdown that is one […]
Since 2021, Afghanistan has faced an acute fiscal shock following the near‑collapse of external financing. Prior to the Taliban takeover, international aid financed more than two-thirds of public spending and around 40 percent […]
Despite narratives of economic “stability” and an estimated 4.3 percent growth rate in 2025, Afghanistan’s hunger crisis continues to worsen. The latest IPC analysis projects 17.4 million people (36 percent of the population) […]
Since the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021, Afghanistan’s neighbors and regional powers, particularly those in Central Asia, have been navigating a complex and delicate balancing act. The fall of Kabul reshaped […]
Background Unemployment remains a pressing issue in Afghanistan, with 500,000 jobs lost in the first six months following the Taliban’s takeover. The exclusion of women from the workforce, driven by the Taliban’s restrictive […]
Background Afghanistan’s economy has been in crisis since the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021. The abrupt halt of international aid that was previously a major component of the country’s GDP, triggered […]
In recent weeks, two of Afghanistan’s most critical import corridors have simultaneously fallen into disruption. On one hand, tensions with Pakistan have been rising for several months, and the border has been officially […]
February 20 is International Social Justice Day, and the 2026 United Nations slogan is “Renewing Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice,” emphasizing equal access to economic and social opportunities. From the perspective […]
Recent border closures between Afghanistan and Pakistan have again triggered sharp increases in the prices of wheat flour, rice, vegetables, and other essentials across Afghan markets. During the late‑2025 shutdown that is one […]
By: Mohammad Eisa Rezaei Introduction Development is a critical global challenge. Developing Countries are striving to achieve sustainable development goals through strategic planning and targeted investments. Women, comprising half the global population, play […]
Introduction: The Paradox of Wealth and Deprivation Afghanistan sits atop a sea of hidden treasures; a land whose towering mountains harbor billions of dollars in mineral wealth, particularly pure gold. However, in a […]
A Review of the 2025 UNICEF and UNESCO Reports Introduction Over the past several decades, Afghanistan has faced complex humanitarian crises, ranging from war and political instability to natural disasters and prolonged economic […]
