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submitted 2 days ago by MicroWave@lemmy.world to c/world@lemmy.world

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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[-] todd_bonzalez@lemm.ee 5 points 2 days ago

Opium production in Afghanistan rose ~~despite~~ as a result of ban: UN report

FTFY

Imagine being the UN and still not understanding what happens when you do a prohibition.

[-] BirdyBoogleBop@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 2 days ago

Production is still way way down compared to pre prohibition levels.

[-] Doorbook@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

“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”

[-] WeirdGoesPro@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

I like to play around with numbers. Donald Trump is now the 45th and 47th president.

4+5=9
4+7=11

But that’s none of my business Kermit

[-] FlyingSquid@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

Cool. Another thing we can blame Trump for that he blamed on Biden.

this post was submitted on 06 Nov 2024
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