Asked in a 2026 paperHard

Which nation's nominal GDP is likely to contract by 20 percent within a year, according to UNDP?

Correct answer: B. Afghanistan

  • A. Pakistan
  • B. Afghanistan
  • C. North Korea
  • D. Iran

Explanation

The UNDP warned that Afghanistan's nominal GDP could contract by about 20 percent within a year after the Taliban takeover and the resulting economic crisis. The contraction reflected aid disruption, financial isolation and severe liquidity problems.

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