Afghanistan food prices soar despite falling dollar, straining import-dependent economy
Kabul [Afghanistan], February 6 (ANI): Afghanistan's import-dependent economy is facing renewed strain as prices of basic food items continue to rise despite a sustained fall in the US dollar, according to Tolo News.
Although the dollar has weakened in domestic markets over the past nearly seven months and is currently trading at around 65 afghanis per dollar, essentials such as flour, rice, and cooking oil have