Afghanistan’s Railway Transports 408,000 Tons of Goods in January
Afghanistan’s railway transported 408,000+ tons of goods in January, boosting trade via key routes like Hairatan and Torghondi.
February 4, 2025
Afghanistan Minister Meets Uzbek Delegation to Boost Trade Ties
Afghanistan and Uzbek delegation discuss trade, coal imports, and agreements, signing $4.5M in contracts in Kabul.
Afghanistan-China Wakhan Road Project Halted for 7 Months
Wakhan Corridor road construction halted by IEA for 7 months, raising concerns over Afghanistan-China trade links.
Pakistan Steps Up Polio Eradication Efforts in Afghanistan
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif launches 2025 anti-polio campaign, vows to eliminate polio with cooperation of Afghanistan.
![Acting ambassador of Iran in Kabul urges IEA's approval to open Khomeini Hospital in Bamiyan amid ongoing challenges. [Image via Ariana News]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Bamyan.webp)
Iran Seeks IEA’s Support to Open New Hospital in Bamiyan
Acting ambassador of Iran in Kabul urges IEA’s approval to open Khomeini Hospital in Bamiyan amid ongoing challenges.
![Kazakh diplomat Akbasov highlights Afghanistan as an opportunity for regional stability and future investments. [Image via Tolo News]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/vlcsnap-2025-02-03-19h02m59s138.webp)
Afghanistan Poses Opportunity, Not Threat, to Region: Akbasov
Kazakh diplomat Akbasov highlights Afghanistan as an opportunity for regional stability and future investments.
![WHO chief urges global leaders to press Washington to reverse U.S. withdrawal, citing reliance on U.S. funds for emergencies. [Image via Tolo News]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/image_0.webp)
WHO Chief Calls on Nations to Urge Washington to Reevaluate Withdrawal
WHO chief urges global leaders to press Washington to reverse U.S. withdrawal, citing reliance on U.S. funds for emergencies.
![OCHA seeks $21.9M for mine clearance and risk education in Afghanistan, as 55 civilians are injured monthly. [Image via Ariana News]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/land-mines-Afghanistan.webp)
UN Calls for $21.9M to Support Mine Clearance in Afghanistan
OCHA seeks $21.9M for mine clearance and risk education in Afghanistan, as 55 civilians are injured monthly.
Pakistan Counter-Terror Operation Leaves Four Militants Dead, Including Son of a deputy governor of Afghanistan
Pakistani forces kill four militants, including the son of a deputy governor of Afghanistan, amid rising cross-border attacks.
![Pakistan and Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) sign $1.61 billion agreements, boosting economic ties with oil and water projects. [Image via The Frontier Post]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/866196_47456860.webp)
Pakistan Signs $1.61B Agreements with SFD for Economic Growth
Pakistan and Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) sign $1.61 billion agreements, boosting economic ties with oil and water projects.