Afghanistan risks famine if pressure on traders continues, chamber of commerce says

Famine fears grow in Afghanistan amid Taliban economic policies, traders and aid agencies warn

Monitoring Desk: Afghanistan could face a serious food crisis in the coming months due to the Taliban regime’s economic policies and growing regional trade disruptions, the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) has warned, as humanitarian agencies report rising malnutrition among children across the country. According to Afghan media outlet Khaama Press, business leaders say the country has only about one and a half months of foo…

ACCI warns pressure on traders could push Afghanistan toward ‘famine’

A board member of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) has warned that increasing pressure on traders to sell food at lower prices could push the country toward “famine” as regional tensions disrupt trade routes and drive up food costs. Khan Jan Alokozay told Amu TV that Taliban authorities have been pressuring traders to sell basic food items at lower prices amid ongoing clashes with Pakistan and instability in the region. …

Afghanistan risks famine if pressure on traders continues, chamber of commerce says

Afghan traders have warned that rising regional tensions and trade disruptions could push the country toward a serious food shortage if the situation continues. Khan Jan Alokozay, a board member of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, said Taliban authorities are pressuring traders to sell essential food items at lower prices despite increasing import costs. He stated in an interview with Amu TV that the prices of several basic co…