Afghanistan, Nov. 27 -- The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reports that opium production in Afghanistan is still 93% lower than in 2022, but it has increased by about 30% in 2024.

In its latest report, published on Wednesday, November 27, the UNODC notes that the level of opium production in Afghanistan has remained low for the second consecutive year.

According to the report, opium production in Afghanistan dropped by 93% after the Taliban imposed a ban on poppy cultivation. However, production in 2024 has increased by 30% compared to 2023.

The UN report shows that opium production in 2024 reached 433 tons, marking a 30% increase in production volume. Additionally, 12,800 hectares of land were used for poppy cultivat...