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China conference delegates pledge to work together for economic growth in Afghanistan
A delegation from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) to China attended the Troika Plus meeting on Thursday and discussed a number of important issues, Afghanistan’s foreign ministry said in a statement.
The meeting discussed human and economic challenges, positive developments and opportunities in Afghanistan, the statement read.
According to the statement delegates, including representatives of China, Russia and the United States, pledged to work together for economic growth and stability in Afghanistan.
The participating countries pledged that all efforts would be made for the stability of Afghanistan and the region and that the isolation of Afghanistan would not be in the interests of anyone.
The IEA’s Minister of Mines and Petroleum, Shekh Dilawar, told participants that after 43 years, security has been restored in Afghanistan and sustainability requires their cooperation so that the positive developments and opportunities in Afghanistan benefit the region and the world.
“The new government is left with a country of 40 million people who have been devastated financially. With the advent of the new government, work has started from zero in all areas and now progress is being made in all areas. Ongoing, time and international cooperation will enable Afghanistan to play an important role in regional prosperity as a self-sufficient and competitive country,” Dilawar told the participants.
Dilawar also assured them that Afghanistan’s soil would not be used to the detriment of any country and that the IEA would not allow anyone within Afghanistan to harm the stability of the region and the world.
Meanwhile, on the sidelines of the conference the Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that the international community should play an active role in Afghanistan and continue to work with the Afghan government to resolve the issue of recognition as soon as possible.
“Humanitarian aid to Afghans are now priority for us,” he said adding that “a new Afghan diplomat had arrived in Moscow and would work to make the Afghan embassy operational.
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6.1-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan, epicenter in Badakhshan
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on Saturday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The quake’s epicenter was reported in Jurm district of Badakhshan province, with a depth of 208.3 kilometers.
So far, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage following the tremor.
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Delawar says Afghanistan has achieved security and unity after 47 years
Shahabuddin Delawar, Head of the Commission for Contact with Afghan Personalities, says Afghanistan has achieved security, unified governance, brotherhood, and progress for the first time in 47 years under the administration of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA).
Speaking at a meeting in Kabul on Saturday, Delawar said Afghanistan had lacked a unified system over the past four decades, but added that with the return of the Islamic Emirate, the issue has now been resolved.
Referring to Ashura commemorations held on Friday, he said the occasion was observed peacefully across the country under full security.
Delawar also urged exiled Afghan politicians to return, saying the commission was established to serve Afghans and address the concerns of returning figures. He added that any legal disputes involving returnees would be handled exclusively through the commission.
He further said the Islamic Emirate has expanded treatment centers and intensified anti-narcotics efforts since regaining power, claiming this has led to a significant decline in drug addiction.
Addressing the issue of international legitimacy, Delawar said he understood why the United States has not recognized the Islamic Emirate, arguing that Washington suffered a defeat in Afghanistan that it cannot easily overlook.
“They have suffered a major defeat that they cannot forget; if they recognize us, they will face questions from their own people,” Delawar said.
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EU announces major funding to support Afghan small businesses
The European Union says it is implementing hundreds of millions of euros in projects to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Afghanistan and help expand economic opportunities across the country.
Speaking to Ariana News, EU Chargé d’Affaires in Kabul, Veronika Boskovic Pohar, said the programs are aimed at creating jobs for skilled workers, women, youth, and returnees, while also strengthening the private sector. She added that alongside international support, Afghan authorities also have a role in facilitating economic growth.
According to Pohar, the EU is currently implementing projects worth €156 million focused on livelihoods, durable solutions, job creation, and women’s economic empowerment. She said an additional €40 million program specifically designed to support returnees will be launched in the near future.
She noted that the EU is gradually shifting its focus from emergency humanitarian aid toward long-term sustainable solutions, particularly for internally displaced people and returnees in Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, the United Nations, marking World Day of Small and Medium Enterprises, said SMEs account for more than 90 percent of businesses worldwide and play a critical role in employment and economic growth.
UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric stressed that stronger investment, innovation, and sustainable industrial development are essential to help businesses withstand economic challenges and build resilient economies.
Afghan private sector representatives and economic analysts say greater support for SMEs could help the country address economic challenges faster, increase employment, and promote sustainable long-term development.
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