INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Despite economic hardships and a stagnant economy across Afghanistan, one sector that is thriving is Nangarhar&s fish market.Most of
Afghanistan&s fish is imported from neighboring Pakistan, and various options are available
The most popular however is carp, which fishmongers say commands a good price.Residents of Nangarhar have however expressed concern that
prices are rising and have called on fishmongers to keep their prices affordable.Nangarhar officials have said efforts are being made to
expand the local fish farming industry, which also supplies fish to the local markets.They have said they hope in time Afghanistan will farm
enough fish to cover the national needs, thereby reducing their reliance on imported fish.The post Demand for fish rises in Nangarhar
province first appeared on Ariana News.
