Summary
Opium poppy cultivation in Afghanistan rose by 19% in 2024, according to a UN report, despite the Taliban’s 2022 ban on narcotics production.
The increase follows last year’s sharp 95% drop, although production remains below pre-ban levels. High opium prices—currently around $730 per kilogram—are likely motivating farmers to defy the ban.
The Taliban has sought international aid to help Afghan farmers transition to sustainable, non-illicit livelihoods amid severe economic hardship.
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Production is still way way down compared to pre prohibition levels.
“This had caused a 95% drop in production of the drug, which is used to produce heroin and other synthetic opioids.
Despite the increase this year, production still remains significantly below pre-ban levels.“
Again last time this happen media were crying like the ban is horrible thing. Then the attacked Afghanistan. I wouldnt be surprise if another 9/11 happens while trump now in power for them to get back there.
The best when news said “What about the poor farmer”
I like to play around with numbers. Donald Trump is now the 45th and 47th president.
4+5=9
4+7=11
Cool. Another thing we can blame Trump for that he blamed on Biden.
