AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoAfghanistan–Pakistan trade & connectivity: At the SCO summit in Bishkek, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif stressed that water must never be weaponised and said terrorism from Afghan territory must end, linking security to regional connectivity and development. Afghanistan investment pitch: The Taliban renewed its push for US investment, offering access to Afghanistan’s estimated $1 trillion mineral wealth and infrastructure plans as Washington keeps the embassy closed and maintains strict travel and sanctions posture. Regional rail/road finance: The Asian Development Bank approved a $400 million BUILD facility for CAREC border upgrades, aiming to cut delays and logistics costs across Afghanistan and neighboring corridors. Afghan business & banking signals: Reports say Afghanistan Bank deposits have climbed to nearly $3 billion, a key indicator for liquidity and financial activity. Women’s education workaround: SOLA opened a permanent school in Rwanda after fleeing Afghanistan, highlighting how Afghan girls’ education is still blocked at home. Security & drugs: In Karachi, authorities arrested eight suspects and seized over 50kg of crystal meth, including Afghan nationals, underscoring cross-border trafficking risks.
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