Iran

Kabul Power Struggle

Afghanistan looks to international community to make good its promises to rebuild the country’s crumbling electricity system.

3 Mar 05

Learning to Deal With Stress

There are signs that Afghans, traumatised by war and political upheaval, are finding it easier to cope.

3 Mar 05

High Flying Women

The country’s national carrier recruits new crop of stewardesses in an effort to attract international customers.

3 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

Iran Visas Come at a High Price

Many people seeking permission to travel to the neighbouring country say they’re pressured into buying expensive tickets on an Iranian airline.

2 Mar 05

Prison Probe Exposes Abuses

Local commanders in Afghan provinces are pressuring judges to imprison people on trumped-up charges.

2 Mar 05

Carpet Industry Looks to Revival

Rug weavers and merchants display their wares at northern fair, but admit they have some way to go to recover market position at home and abroad.

2 Mar 05
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