Rug Industry Floored By Imports
A flood of cheap Iranian-made carpets is putting many poor Afghan craftsmen out of business.
2 Mar 05
Afghanistan
Laying Down the Law
The authorities face a difficult task transforming thousands of former soldiers into professional policemen.
2 Mar 05
Hunt Continues for Kidnappers
Officials put new security measures in place in the wake of the abduction of three UN election workers.
2 Mar 05
Reporter Intimidated Over Alleged War Crimes Video
Journalist in northern Afghanistan accuses followers of General Dostum of abducting and assaulting him for alleged theft of incriminating video.
2 Mar 05
Students Learn Lesson in Politics
Some who thought they would be paid for their work for presidential candidates discover they were actually volunteers.
2 Mar 05
Poppies Retain Powerful Hold
Despite renewed pledges by the government to eradicate the drug trade, those who produce the raw material for heroin insist they have no alternative.
2 Mar 05
Minister Scorns NGOs' Work
Planning minister says most domestic and international aid organisations are more interested in their own well-being than in aiding Afghans.
2 Mar 05
Speculation Around Karzai's New Cabinet
Analysts and observers say the newly elected president needs to ensure all ethnic groups are represented in his next government.
2 Mar 05
Next Up: Parliamentary Elections
Despite the success of the recent presidential vote, some observers wonder whether the country is ready for the general election scheduled for the spring.
2 Mar 05
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