Afghanistan's narcotics production shifts to Taliban-controlled territory, despite ban and lack of support in transitioning to alternative crops.

Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior has disclosed that narcotics production and processing have shifted from neighboring and regional countries to the Taliban-controlled nation. The Taliban government has banned narcotics cultivation, production, and trafficking, but farmers criticize the lack of assistance in transitioning to alternative crops. Despite ongoing efforts to combat the issue, Ministry spokesperson Abdul Matin Qane laments the lack of cooperation from regional countries and international organizations since the Taliban's return to power.

March 29, 2024
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