Shopkeepers in Kabul reported that the closure of the Torkham crossing has led to increased prices of fruits and vegetables in the capital’s markets. The cost of imported fruits and vegetables from Pakistan has risen by 100 to 120 afghani in each 7 kilos. Since Afghanistan imports most of its needed fruits and vegetables from neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan, during the winter season, the closure of the Torkham crossing for more than a week has negatively impacted the prices of fresh fruit and vegetables in the country’s markets. Safaauddin, a shopkeeper in Kabul, said about the prices: “The price of … Continue reading Kabul Fruit, Vegetable Prices Rise With Torkham Closure