AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAfghanistan–India Agri Push: Afghanistan’s Agriculture Minister Mawlawi Ataullah Omari wrapped up a high-level visit to India, meeting Shivraj Singh Chouhan and others to expand cooperation on irrigation, livestock, seed systems, climate-resilient crops, water harvesting, and food processing value addition—aimed at stronger food security and higher crop productivity. Domestic Industry Boost: A three-day local products exhibition opened in Mazar-i-Sharif (Balkh) with 170 booths for farmers, livestock breeders, and manufacturers, pushing domestic consumption, investment interest, and self-reliance. Carpet Exports Rise: Afghanistan’s handwoven carpets are now exported to 37 countries, with production reaching 10,000 square meters per month and over 15,000 jobs supported, including many women; exports reportedly earned $18m in the past year. Security & Trade Context: Reports also highlight Afghanistan-linked regional pressures around major infrastructure corridors and cross-border instability, underscoring why industry and logistics planning must stay resilient.
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