Reuters was first to report U.S. and Taliban officials have exchanged proposals for the release of billions of dollars from Afghan central bank reserves held abroad into a trust fund, offering a hint of progress in efforts to ease Afghanistan’s economic crisis. Significant differences between the sides remain, including the Taliban’s refusal to replace the bank’s top political appointees, one of whom is under U.S. sanctions as are several of the movement’s leaders.
Economy
26 July 2022, 8:32 pm. 1 minute
Article Tags
Topics of Interest: Economy
Type: Reuters Best
Sectors: Economy & Policy
Regions: Middle East
Countries: Afghanistan
Win Types: Exclusivity
Story Types: Exclusive / Scoop
Media Types: Text
Customer Impact: Significant National Story
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