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Afghanistan Development Update
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2025/04/23/afghan-economy-shows-signs-of-gradual-recovery-but-outlook-remains-uncertain-world-bank

The World Bank's April 2025 economic outlook for Afghanistan

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Supporting the People of Afghanistan
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Afghanistan Futures
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AFG

BY THE NUMBERS: AFGHANISTAN

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https://data360.worldbank.org/en/economy/AFG
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OVERVIEW:
AFGHANISTAN
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THE LATEST FROM AFGHANISTAN

Stay up to date with our latest findings from Afghanistan.

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PROJECTS & RESULTS

Learn about the projects that are shaping the future of the region and the significant results that demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development

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Ndiamé Diop
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Vice President, Eastern and Southern Africa
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Vice President, Western and Central Africa

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