Alcohol in Afghanistan
The production and consumption of
The Afghan royal family
During the era of
Overview
Afghanistan currently has about 60,000 hectares (150,000 acres) of areas cultivating grapes and excellent climate and
Locals
Afghanistan is one of 16 countries in the world where the drinking of alcoholic beverages at any age is illegal for most of its citizens.
Since the fall of the Taliban, various bars/outlets in Afghanistan had begun to offer alcohol to foreigners and tourists. Kabul has had an active and colorful nightlife, even compared to larger cities in other countries such as New Delhi, Karachi or Tehran. There was a large expatriate community of young and well-paid diplomats, security staff and international aid organizations.[15] In 2010, some of outlets were searched and some Ukrainian waitresses were arrested as prostitutes.[15] There have been several attacks on resorts and bars by Taliban militants.[16][17]
Tourists
Before the Taliban took over in August 2021, foreign tourists were permitted to import two bottles or two liters of alcoholic beverages when entering Afghanistan.[1][3]
Foreign military troops
Prior to September 2009, the
Alcohol was also said to have played a role in the
Soldiers from other countries had been allowed to drink alcohol. Military bases of
The end of the ISAF in 2015 greatly reduced the number of foreign troops. Compared to ISAF, the current
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