Da Afghanistan Bank, the central bank of Afghanistan, has announced that its gross reserves have reached an impressive $10 billion. This milestone reflects a 10% increase in bank deposits and an injection of over 41.5 billion Afghanis in new banknotes into the economy. The bank also reported a 14 billion Afghani rise in its capital, signaling improved financial stability.
Efforts to unfreeze Afghanistan’s assets held abroad continue, which could further bolster the nation’s economic outlook. This development comes amid ongoing initiatives to strengthen the banking sector, including measures to regulate money exchange operations, as noted by local financial unions. The central bank’s focus on enhancing liquidity and maintaining robust reserves is seen as a positive step toward fostering economic confidence.
Recent posts on X have echoed this sentiment, highlighting the bank’s achievement as a sign of progress in Afghanistan’s financial system. The increase in reserves is expected to support trade and investment, despite challenges like regional tensions affecting commerce with neighboring countries. As Afghanistan navigates its economic path, this growth in reserves marks a significant achievement for the central bank’s efforts to stabilize and expand the nation’s financial framework.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, July 24th, 2025
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