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Afghanistan’s emerald miners struggle with tools but attract global buyers

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Briefings

Afghan emerald miners in Panjshir's steep valleys face severe working conditions while relying on rudimentary tools to extract the country's most valuable gemstone. Global buyers are actively seeking these emeralds despite the challenging extraction environment. The article highlights the contrast between the miners' struggles and the international demand for these stones, though specific production volumes and buyer origins remain unconfirmed.

Key points

• Miners in Panjshir's steep valleys use basic tools to extract emeralds, enduring harsh conditions.
• Global buyers are actively seeking Afghan emeralds despite the difficult extraction environment.

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Specific production volumes, buyer origins, and the exact timeline of the trade flow are not provided in the source evidence.

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