The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) welcomes the World Bank's report on the economic situation in the country, according to a statement from the office of the IEA's Vice Premier for Economic Affairs, Asiaplustj.info reports.
The Taliban's statement "highly appreciated the recent World Bank report" and noted that it reflects the "true picture of Afghanistan."
According to the IEA Vice Premier's office, the report highlights several changes in the country's economic situation.
"According to the report, the inflation rate has decreased, domestic food production has increased, and the value of the Afghan currency against foreign currency has strengthened, leading to a reduction in prices for both food and non-food items," the statement emphasizes.
It notes that the IEA government has taken measures to reduce tariffs on imported food products and has improved the banking system, making it more business-friendly.
"As a result, more employment opportunities have emerged, and both exports and imports have increased, contributing to national income growth. Additionally, the report acknowledges the timely payment of salaries to government employees and the improvement of medical services for the population," the statement says.
The authors believe that lifting sanctions and releasing frozen assets will contribute to comprehensive economic development as well as progress in other areas.
The Taliban requests the World Bank not only to disseminate factual information about the country but also to resume and complete projects that were previously funded but left unfinished.
The statement's authors believe that Afghanistan, under the Taliban's rule, has "achieved significant progress in the economic sector."
They attribute this "achievement" to the "real and serious fight against corruption."
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December 7, 2023