ECONOMY — June 16, 2026
Economic Commission Holds Special Meeting at Marmarine Palace
Governors of seven zones presented topics on unemployment reduction, trade facilitation and other economic issues, leading to several decisions.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — 2 min read

A special meeting of the Economic Commission was held at Marmarine Palace under the leadership of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund.
Governors of seven zones presented a range of topics during the meeting. The issues discussed included reducing unemployment, implementing economic projects, facilitating trade, refining crude oil, expanding permitted pharmaceutical imports, approving industrial maps, regulating land leases, and increasing meat export prices.
At the conclusion of the meeting, necessary decisions were made.
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