Chinese entrepreneurs in Afghanistan: The new gold rush – Documentary

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When the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in August 2021, most international businesses and expatriates had already departed. However, defying the trend of fleeing foreigners, a group of Chinese entrepreneurs saw it as a chance for unprecedented opportunities.

Amidst the chaos, economic turmoil, and UN human rights warnings, more Chinese nationals have entered Afghanistan, capitalizing on what they see as a lucrative situation. Once a minor presence, they have now become the largest group of expatriates in the country.

101 East explores how these Chinese investors, with exclusive access to top-tier Chinese funding, are increasingly shaping Afghanistan’s business and media landscapes.