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Inter-ministerial committee formed to streamline investment process
An inter-ministerial committee has been established to provide facilities to domestic and foreign investors.
This committee was created based on the decree of the leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) and will operate under the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs.
In a newsletter on Saturday the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, stated that the purpose of establishing this committee is to create transparency and speed in the investment process and effective coordination between investors and the relevant ministries.
The first meeting of this committee was held on Saturday. Various representatives of the department related to trade and investment issues attended the meeting.
“This committee operates under the umbrella of the Economic Vice-Chancellor, and its purpose is to create transparency and speed in the investment process and effective coordination between investors and relevant ministries during the stages of domestic and foreign investment projects under the direction of the unit,” said Zabehullah Naser, Chairman of the Technical Committee of the Economic Commission, who also leads the Inter-Ministerial Investment Committee.
The Ministry of Economy says that the establishment of this inter-ministerial committee will create transparency, speed up the investment process and boost effective coordination between investors and ministries.
“Our country has many advantages for foreign and domestic investment. The creation of an inter-ministerial investment committee for the purpose of facilitating the necessary facilities, during the stages of investment plans under the focus of the unit, creating transparency and speed in the investment process, effective coordination between investors and ministries has been established,” said Abdulrahman Habib, the spokesman for the Ministry of Economy.
Economic experts consider the establishment of this committee as a positive step for the growth of trade and investment and emphasize that if this committee can act with more authority, it will be effective in attracting investors.
“As much as the government can make investment easier, it can create more incentives for investment, and once the paperwork and waste of time can be avoided, more investment can be made in the country, and if this committee acts with much authority, it will undoubtedly benefit investment,” said Abdul Nasir Rashtiya, an economic expert.
After regaining power over Afghanistan, the Islamic Emirate has focused on growing Afghanistan’s economy because, according to experts, economic independence also guarantees political independence.
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Afghan and Iranian officials discuss expanding economic cooperation
Ahmad Jan Bilal, General Director of State-Owned Corporations, met on Tuesday with Iran’s Ambassador to Kabul, Ali Reza Bikdeli, to discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation and following up on issues raised during his recent visit to Iran.
According to a statement from the General Directorate of State-Owned Companies, the meeting focused on reviewing ways to implement discussions held with Iranian officials during Bilal’s visit.
Bikdeli described the visit as positive and productive, stressing the importance of following up on the issues discussed and taking practical steps to advance bilateral cooperation.
He said Iran is ready to cooperate with Afghanistan in oil and gas exploration, extraction and exports, refinery construction, agriculture, water and electricity.
Bilal, for his part, said the Islamic Emirate is interested in expanding joint cooperation with Iran in energy, agriculture, industrial development and other economic sectors. He added that his office would work with the Iranian side to turn the proposed areas of cooperation into practical initiatives.
Bilal also reaffirmed his office’s commitment to following up on the issues discussed during his recent visit to Iran and working towards their implementation in coordination with Iranian officials.
Bilal recently visited Iran at the head of a delegation, holding talks with several Iranian officials on expanding economic, trade and investment ties, particularly in the state-owned companies sector.
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Ariana Airlines reduces Kabul–Islamabad–Kabul airfares by $20
Ariana Afghan Airlines announced on Tuesday a reduction in ticket prices for flights on the Kabul–Islamabad–Kabul route from $190 to $170.
According to the airline, passengers can now purchase tickets for this route at $20 less than the previous fare.
The airline has also set a special fare of $150 for students travelling on this route.
Ariana Afghan Airlines said the move aims to reduce travel costs and make air travel more affordable and accessible for passengers and students.
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Afghanistan and Russia discuss expanding economic ties and boosting bilateral trade
During the meeting, Muttaqi stressed that Afghanistan and Russia should expand economic cooperation based on shared interests and mutual benefits.
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has met with Zamir Kabulov, Russian President’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, expanding economic cooperation and increasing trade between the two countries.
During the meeting, Muttaqi stressed that Afghanistan and Russia should expand economic cooperation based on shared interests and mutual benefits.
Kabulov, meanwhile, praised the Islamic Emirate’s efforts to combat drug trafficking and cultivation, saying reports by some international organisations on the issue do not reflect the realities on the ground.
Muttaqi reiterated that the Islamic Emirate remains committed to combating drug cultivation, production and trafficking, describing these efforts as important for the security and stability of both Afghanistan and the wider region.
The meeting comes amid continued efforts by Kabul and Moscow to strengthen diplomatic and economic engagement and explore opportunities for broader bilateral cooperation.
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