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The economic hit of Afghanistan's earthquakes

The economic hit of Afghanistan's earthquakes

Update: 2025-09-05
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Afghanistan is one of the world's poorest countries, and after its eastern region was hit by a level 6.0 earthquake killing thousands and displacing thousands more - we hear from Stephen Rodriques of the UN to find out the financial impact involved with rebuilding its infrastructure and supporting families who have lost everything.

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The economic hit of Afghanistan's earthquakes

The economic hit of Afghanistan's earthquakes

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