AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMigrant Tragedy: Five Afghan migrants died and 14 remain missing after an illegal desert crossing into Iran went wrong in Nimroz, with authorities saying extreme heat and thirst stranded the group of 19. Public Safety & Justice: Two separate suspected killings were reported in Ghazni and Nangarhar, including the death of a local elder and two unidentified victims found near a bridge, raising fresh fears for community leaders. Humanitarian & Economy: Afghanistan’s Economy Ministry says international aid has failed to build self-reliance, arguing it has stayed short-term while experts call for investment in infrastructure and education. Power Shortages: Kabul residents complain of frequent outages and reduced electricity hours in summer; DABS blames shortages and says long-term fixes depend on completing generation projects. Health Cooperation: Afghan and Uzbek officials discussed expanding cooperation in pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and food, including technical knowledge and joint programs. Consular Access: Afghanistan will expand document authentication services via Afghan Post in 10 districts starting July 23. Trade Push: Afghanistan’s chamber urged easier business visas and fewer hurdles with India as transit trade through Pakistan drops sharply to $367 million.
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