Latest News
Baradar meets Tatarstan delegation in Kabul, discusses economic cooperation
Baradar added that IEA seeks to expand economic and trade relations with all republics of the Russian Federation, and noted that useful discussions were also held during the 16th Kazan International Economic Forum.
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, met Tuesday with Oleg Vladimirovich Korobchenko, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Tatarstan, to discuss the expansion of economic cooperation and joint trade between Kabul and Kazan.
According to a statement issued by the deputy prime minister’s office, Baradar began the meeting by thanking the Russian Federation for recognizing the Islamic Emirate, stating that this step has opened a new chapter in diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Baradar added that the IEA seeks to expand economic and trade relations with all republics of the Russian Federation, and noted that useful discussions were also held during the 16th Kazan International Economic Forum.
He emphasized that IEA has created a suitable environment for investment in various sectors for both domestic and foreign investors in Afghanistan, and assured full cooperation and support from its side.
According to him, the Republic of Tatarstan can take advantage of this opportunity by investing in sectors such as road and tunnel construction, water supply networks, dams and housing, the chemical industry, as well as the project to transfer water from the Panjshir River to Kabul.
He also stressed the need to boost trade between Kabul and Kazan by increasing Afghanistan’s exports to Tatarstan, as well as the import of quality food products, medicines, and technical equipment from that country. He also emphasized the importance of joint cooperation between the relevant ministries and institutions of both sides.
In this meeting, the deputy PM’s office quoted Korobchenko as saying that with the recognition of IEA by the Russian Federation, extensive opportunities have been created for engagement between Tatarstan and Afghanistan.
Korobchenko added that they are ready to invest in the water transfer project from Panjshir to Kabul, as well as in other sectors.
He added that during this trip, representatives of Tatarstan’s industrial companies accompanied him and are interested in starting cooperation with Afghanistan in various fields.
Zalmay Khalilzad, the former US special representative for Afghanistan, has questioned Pakistan’s commitment to the welfare of the Afghan people, citing Islamabad’s policies over the past three decades.
Khalilzad said in a post on X that Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif advocated for the rights of Afghan women during his speech at the UN General Assembly on Friday.
Sharif said: “Fundamental rights of the Afghan people — especially women and girls — must be respected.”
Responding to the remarks, Khalilzad said Pakistan’s policies over the past 30 years raise questions about Sharif’s commitment to Afghan welfare.
He cited Pakistan’s support for militant groups against US forces and what he described as the poor treatment of Afghan refugees as examples.
Khalilzad also said Afghanistan and Pakistan need and should have much better relations, adding that “a reset is necessary.”
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Rabab Fatima, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X that Misri underscored the need to keep addressing the humanitarian needs of the Afghan people as a priority.
Misri also appreciated the role of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and reaffirmed India’s continued cooperation with the United Nations on Afghanistan.
The meeting comes as Afghanistan continues to face humanitarian and economic challenges, with international agencies warning of significant needs among the Afghan population.
Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi has called for pragmatic and coordinated international engagement with Afghanistan, saying the country’s long-term stability is closely linked to the security and sustainable development of Central Asia.
Speaking during the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday, Tileuberdi said humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan remains essential but alone cannot break the cycle of poverty, displacement and dependency.
He said Kazakhstan supports a “pragmatic, coordinated and step-by-step” approach to international engagement with Afghanistan, with the United Nations playing a central role.
Tileuberdi also said Kazakhstan is working with the UN to operationalize the United Nations Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty.
He said the success of the centre should be measured by the results and assistance it delivers to the region.
Abu Muslim Farah defeat Khurasan Faryab 2-0 in ACL season six
Saar: Concerns over Pakistan’s political crisis discussed
Afghanistan Champions League: Omar Zawak Herat beat Toofan Herat 1-0
Blast in Pakistan’s Dera Ismail Khan kills 11, injures 30
Ariana Afghan Airlines increases Kabul-Delhi cargo flights
Saudi energy group signs major Afghanistan deals covering gas exploration and pipeline plans
Trump floats idea of renaming Atlantic or Pacific Ocean
US hits Egyptian bank branches with Iran sanctions as war marks six months
Nepal flood rescue mission enters critical phase as thousands remain missing
Iranian clubs to face Gulf opponents at neutral venues in Asian Champions League Elite
Saar: Concerns over Pakistan’s political crisis discussed
Exclusive interview with Abdul Latif Mansoor, Minister of MRRD
Tawsia: Overview of Afghanistan’s iron mines
Tahawol: Discussion on fresh Pakistani airstrikes on Afghanistan
Saar: Calls for international support for Afghanistan discussed
-
World5 days agoCNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump, challenging White House ban
-
Latest News3 days agoAriana Afghan Airlines ranks seventh among 45 Central Asian airlines
-
Latest News5 days agoUN reiterates call for respect for international law after Kunar airstrikes
-
Regional4 days agoUS and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump’s ‘annihilation’ threat
-
Latest News4 days agoSilk Road highway in Wakhan corridor now reaches the China border
-
Regional3 days agoIran airlines cancel flights as US sanctions hit
-
Latest News5 days agoAfghan Official: Pakistan’s airstrikes will not go unanswered
-
Sport5 days agoAfghan boxing referee heads to China for international festival