After losing international aid, the Taliban government is betting on Afghanistan's abundant mineral wealth to revive its struggling economy.
Emerald auctions in Panjshir Province represent a crucial step in this plan, generating revenue and attracting foreign investment.
Deals with countries such as China, Russia, and Iran demonstrate the scale of this effort to exploit Afghanistan's natural resources.
This strategy, however, involves risks and uncertainties, emphasizing the country's reliance on its mineral resources for future stability.
