AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMining & Livelihoods: Badakhshan’s gold rush in Shiwa is booming for some, but locals report ruined rivers, dust, and lost farmland after mining started—farmer Muhammad Amin says his land was leased for $20,000 and promised restoration never happened. Regulation & Revenue Risks: A US think tank warns Taliban control of Afghanistan’s mining is marked by opacity and insurgent-style revenue capture, with central forces reportedly moved to consolidate authority over sites. Safety on the Ground: A blast during mining operations in Nuristan’s Barg-e-Matal district killed one miner and injured another, underscoring ongoing risks from weak oversight. Energy & Industry: Sar-e-Pul’s new oil refinery has begun operations using crude from the Amu Darya basin, producing diesel, petrol and mazut and creating 100+ jobs. Trade Bottlenecks: Afghanistan-Pakistan border closures have stretched past 300 days, stalling trade and pushing exporters toward costlier northern routes. Infrastructure Connectivity: Russia is floating a rail link to the Indian Ocean that could run through Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan—an overland alternative to Hormuz and Bosphorus disruptions. Women & Workforce: President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned Taliban bans on Afghan women’s education and work, warning of major losses of teachers and health workers.
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