Business

Construction of Sar-e-Pul and Uruzgan dams to start soon

Published

12 months ago

July 30, 2023

(Last Updated On: )

Two new major dams will be built in the near future after the Islamic Emirate’s economic commission on Saturday approved contracts for the projects.

At a regular meeting of the commission, at Marmarin Palace, which was chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund, the contracts for the construction of Sultan Ibrahim Dam in Sar-e-Pul province and the Agha Jan Dam in Chinarto district of Uruzgan were signed with the National Development Corporation.

According to the deputy prime minister’s office, the projects are scheduled to commence in the near future.

A decision was also taken at the meeting to stop the transloading of petroleum products at the Farah, Herat and Nimroz ports. Going forward, the transportation of such products will only be imported into Afghanistan in one vehicle – from source to destination.

It has been common practice for more than one tanker to be used – where fuel is transferred from one vehicle to another at border posts before entering the country.

Based on the Economic Commission’s decision, Afghan fuel tankers will also in future be authorized to transport fuel and oil into Afghanistan.

In addition, the Ministry of Justice and the Department of Revenue of the Ministry of Finance presented a plan focused on increasing revenue and implementing effective management practices. The plan entails revitalizing existing sources of income for the Ministry of Justice and exploring 14 new revenue streams within its framework.

This comprehensive strategy is expected to significantly boost the annual income of the Ministry of Justice.

Related Topics:Afghanistan construction Dams featured Sar-e-Pul Uruzgan

Up Next

Iran’s exports to Afghanistan via Dowqarun-Islam Qala border hits $44 million

Don't Miss

Envoy says Pakistan and Afghanistan will have to resolve trade issues themselves

Business

$23 million pharmaceutical company opens in Kabul

The Islamic Emirate officials also stated that while they fully cooperate with pharmaceutical companies, these manufacturers need to produce drugs that meet international standards.

Published

18 hours ago

July 26, 2024

Ariana News

(Last Updated On: )

A new pharmaceutical company, costing $20 million, was officially opened on Thursday in Kabul in the presence of Islamic Emirate leaders, including Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar.

The new company will reportedly manufacture 50 different types of drugs once fully operational.
Addressing the launch ceremony on Thursday, Baradar outlined the importance of quality in terms of pharmaceuticals and said poor-quality drugs threaten lives while good-quality medicines can save lives.

Baradar also pointed out that more manufacturing companies like this will help grow the country’s economy.

He once again called on investors, both in the country and abroad, to help in the reconstruction and development of the country and start businesses. He also said the way has been paved for them to invest and that they should make use of the opportunities available.

Health officials meanwhile said that currently there are 77 pharmaceutical companies in the country and that serious efforts are being made to make the country self-sufficient in this regard.

The Islamic Emirate officials also stated that while they fully cooperate with pharmaceutical companies, these manufacturers need to produce drugs that meet international standards.

Kandahar officials inaugurate $50 million pharmaceutical company

Business

Sugar exports to Afghanistan resume after four year break

Islamabad banned the export of sugar to Afghanistan four years ago to address shortages and control prices in the country.

Published

2 days ago

July 25, 2024

Ariana News

(Last Updated On: )

Sugar exports from Pakistan to Afghanistan resumed this week after a four-year suspension, with over 400 vehicles crossing the Torkham border in the last four days.

According to Pakistan sources, Islamabad recently agreed to the export of 150,000 tons of sugar to Afghanistan, setting an August 15 deadline for the completion of the shipment process.

Customs clearing agents at Torkham said around 100 vehicles, each carrying 33 tons of sugar, crossed into Afghanistan four days ago and more thereafter.

Islamabad banned the export of sugar to Afghanistan four years ago to address shortages and control prices in the country.

Import, export volumes total $7.5 billion in 1st nine months of this solar year

Business

Chinese keen on investing in Afghanistan’s solar power sector

At the same time, the deputy minister welcomed their interest and stated that Afghanistan is a place of opportunities for investment and that the ministry is ready to cooperate.

Published

4 days ago

July 23, 2024

Ariana News

(Last Updated On: )

The Ministry of Industry and Commerce says that Ahmadullah Zahid, deputy minister, met with a number of Chinese investors in his office on Tuesday.

According to a statement issued by the ministry, Ehsanullah Shahab, the head of special economic zones, was also present in this meeting, where investors from China expressed their interest in investing in solar power generation and agriculture technology sectors.

At the same time, the deputy minister welcomed their interest and stated that Afghanistan is a place of opportunities for investment and that the ministry is ready to cooperate.

120 Chinese companies held investment talks with IEA since takeover