Cultural exhibition kicks off in Kabul

A two-day exhibition featuring painting, calligraphy, handicrafts, and books has kicked off in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, the country's Ministry of Information and Culture said in a statement on Sunday.

Over 100 artworks by 18 Afghan artists are on display at the exhibition, the statement said, adding that a dozen craftspeople are showcasing their products for sale.

Thousands of books are on display at the fair, it said.