The Role of Medicinal Plants in the Development of Afghanistan's Economy and Trade

Authors: Ayoubi R, Zhakfar AM* and Sediqi MN

DOI: 10.23880/oajpr-16000313

Volume 8, Issue 2

Abstract

Securing a favorable place in the global trade market and achieving sustainable economic growth are among the objectives of developing countries. A country's commercial status has significantly improved as a result of increased exports and improved economic conditions brought about by the growth of its domestic output. Medicinal plants (MPs) are a significant and productive part of the economies of the majority of countries, including Afghanistan. Afghanistan has an exceptional capacity for the production and export of MPs and herbal medications because of its unique geopolitical situation and climate. Because of their varied temperatures and geographic locations, the many provinces in the country offer considerable possibilities for the investment, commerce, and cultivation of these species. In addition to receiving basic healthcare, they may create jobs, stop the loss of the green flora so that certain significant wild species can be domesticated, and protect the environment with careful planning in this area. This article's goal is to review the contribution that MPs have made to the country's commerce and economic growth. Based on the results, it can be said that MPs have a multifaceted function in the expansion and growth of the Afghanistan's economy and commerce, and taking this into account, it is possible to understand the significance of these products on the list of significant exports from the Country. MPs are viewed as a potential link between biodiversity preservation, accessible healthcare, and sustainable economic growth.

Keywords: Medicinal Plants; Economic Growth and Development; Domestication of Wild Plants; Trade; Afghanistan

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