Key Market Indicators
Afghan paper imports are expected to increase in the coming years, rising 3.9% on average each year until 2026. In 2021, 6,740 metric tons of paper will be imported, rising from 5,260 metric tons in 2021. Since 1969, demand has increased by 57.7%. On the other hand, exports of paper from Afghanistan are expected to decline in the coming years, decreasing on average by 1.5% each year until 2026. In 2021, 303 metric tons of paper will be exported, down from 231 metric tons in 2021. Since 1998, the supply of paper has decreased by 15.7%.