Pakistan has seen a notable drop in terrorist attacks after closing the Afghan border on October 11, 2025. The Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) reported that attacks fell 17% in December. Violence-linked deaths among civilians and security personnel also declined sharply in the last quarter. The border closure followed cross-border attacks that killed […]
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Pakistan potato market crashes amid Afghan border closure
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s potato market suffered a severe crash last week as a growing supply glut coincided with the closure of the Afghan border. Farmers and stockists are offloading stored potatoes, intended for both exports and domestic consumption, at prices that fail to cover transportation and cold storage costs. Read More: China a potential market for Pakistani potatoes: experts […]