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В северной провинции Бадахшан возобновили работы над ГЭС Шорабак

После перерыва годичной длительности в провинции Бадахшан возобновили работы над ГЭС Шорабак. Генеральным подрядчиком по проекту выступает турецкая компания. Финансирование в объёме 31,8 млн. евро производится правительством Германии. Ранее министерство энергетики и водоснабжения Афганистана планировало обеспечить провинцию электричеством за счёт солнечных батарей, однако местные жители воспротивились этой инициативе. После ряда протестных выступлений президент Ашраф Гани распорядился продолжить работы над ГЭС. Губернатор провинции Бадахшан поблагодарил жителей провинции за открытое выражение своей гражданской позиции. Проект позволит производить 7,3 МВт электроэнергии.

Governance Forum Afghanistan targeted 2016's research topics on governance

The Governance Forum Afghanistan (Govern4Afg), a platform for policy dialogue on governance topics in Afghanistan, discussed research topics for 2016. In the upcoming months, Afghan--German expert teams will develop policy papers on 6 specific research questions, providing recommendations for the Afghan government on how to accomplish important reforms. These activities are funded by the German government. Recently, representatives of the Independent Directorate for Local Governance (IDLG), the Ministry of Economy (MoEc), the Ministry of Finance (MoF), the Afghan-German cooperation, the Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit (AREU) and Govern4Afg as well as policy advisors from various line departments and national experts discussed a list of 25 relevant research topics. These topics had been collected through interviews with Afghan politicians. The list included subjects related to oversight and monitoring in local governance, the improvement of civil society organization’s legal f

Supply and Delivery of Electricity Meter Boxes and associated equipment

1. The Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has applied for financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Afghanistan Power System Development Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for Procurement of Meter Boxes and Associated Equipment. 2. Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS) now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for Meter Boxes for delivery to Charikar and to Pul-i-Khumri all to be supplied with associated equipment as described in the bidding documents. 3. Bidding will be conducted through the International Competitive Bidding procedures as specified in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Procurement of Goods, Works and Non-Consulting Services under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants by World Bank Borrowers (“Procurement Guidelines”), and is open to all eligible bidders as defined in the Procurement Guidelines. In addition, please refer to paragraphs 1.6 and 1.7 setting forth the World Bank’s policy

Афганский и российский банки подписали Меморандум о Сотрудничестве который облегчает доступ российским компаниям к участию в тендерах на территории Афганистана

На прошлой неделе в Москву совершила визит делегация представителей одного из афганских банков, подписавшая меморандум о стратегическом партнёрстве с руководством аналогичного российского финансового учреждения. Соглашение предполагает сотрудничество двух банков в деле обмена информации, формирования клиентской базы, проектного взаимодействия в СНГ и на территории стран-соседей Афганистана, а также по ряду других вопросов. Подготовка к подписанию меморандума проходила в рамках заседания Российско-афганской межправительственной комиссии по торгово-экономическому сотрудничеству, состоявшегося в ещё начале месяца в Кабуле. Примечательно, что сотрудничеству предстоит стать первым опытом поддержки со стороны банковского сектора представителей бизнеса на территории двух стран в истории российского и афганского торгово-экономического взаимодействия. Меморандум упростит доступ российским компаниям к участию в тендерах на территории Афганистана в сферах энергетики, промышленного и гражданско

Authorities of Japan discuss Kabul New City Development with Afghan officials

A delegation of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) met with the officials of Dehsabz-Barikab City Development Authority (DCDA) , Independent Board of Kabul New City Development (KNC). The meeting aimed to understand and share the progress of KNC project as a whole and onsite construction activities of phase one, this included commencement of onsite work for construction of typical housing units in parcel 2.2, completion of concept for development of industrial park in Barikab Agriculture Economic Zone (BAEZ) and its approval by High Economic Council (HEC), completion of Real Estate Market Survey, revision of KNC development policy and discussion with the Afghan President on legal framework of DCDA accordingly. JICA delegations appreciated the efforts of DCDA team and discussed about development of temporary water resources pipeline from Pul-e-charkhi area to KNC phase one for commencement of the onsite work. DCDA officials had earlier announced that the construction o

Afghan Intelligence Chief said Taliban to pursue violence with full support of the Pakistani Inter Services Intelligence (ISI)

Pakistani secret services are famous for being among the most cruel, criminal and corrupt in the world The acting Afghan Intelligence Chief Massoud Andarabi said that Taliban will pursue violence with the full support of Pakistani military intelligence, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI). Briefing the Afghan lawmakers in the Lower House of the Parliament, Andarabi said the Taliban group will pursue violence in the summer as they are being supported by ISI and encouraged to increase violence and bring more areas under their control. Andarabi further added that the enemies of the country were more hopeful last year considering the situation of the country as they eyed to capture more areas with persistent violence and increase their political legitimacy. However, Andarabi said the offensive by the Taliban militants group was repulsed as they failed to have strategic gains. This is not the first time top Afghan security officials are criticizing Pakistan for interfering in internal af

General Procurement Notice CASA-1000 Project

Afghanistan , Kyrgyz Republic, Pakistan and Tajikistan Central Asia South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade  Project (CASA-1000) -  Energy Sector The countries of Pakistan, Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan have applied for a financing from the Islamic Development Bank toward the cost of the CASA-1000 Project, and they intend to apply part of the proceeds to payments for goods, works and related services to be procured under this project. The Afghanistan portion of this project will be financed by the World Bank’s International Development Association and the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust. The whole project will include the following components: Construction of about 750 km of 500 kV of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) overhead transmission line between Tajikistan Pakistan and Afghanistan. Engineering design, construction and commissioning of three HVDC converter stations at Sangtuda (1,300 MW) in Tajikistan; Kabul (300 MW) in Afghanistan; and Peshawar (1,300

В Кабуле начнётся строительство главного канала для стока дождевой воды

Две дороги общей стоимостью 4,5 млн. долларов США отремонтированы и сданы в эксплуатацию в г.Кабуле. Ремонт продолжался почти 2 года; проект профинансировал World Bank. Помимо самих дорог, были установлены светофоры, построены четырёхметровые пешеходные тротуары, ограждение и дорожные знаки. Упомянутые дороги являются ключевыми для дорожного движения в Кабуле и разрешат множество сложностей пешеходов и автомобилистов. В то же время ещё многие дороги столицы Афганистана нуждаются в срочном ремонте, как и дренажная система. В следующем солнечном году планируется заасфальтировать не менее 100 километров городских дорог. Кроме того, в ближайшие месяцы начнётся строительство главного канала для оттока дождевой воды из города.

Afghanistan needs more investments in the health sector

The National Procurement Commission (NPC) of Afghanistan discussed supply of medicines and medical products to Afghanistan in its last session on Saturday, March 26, 2016. The President of Afghanistan, Dr. Ashraf Ghani, assigned the Ministries of Health, Justice, Economy, Finance, Interior, Defense and other related institutions to provide necessary recommendations to the High Economic Council (HEC) for attracting more investments in the health sector. The HEC will receive within two months a draft for a comprehensive plan for the production of quality medicines.

ОБЩЕЕ УВЕДОМЛЕНИЕ О ЗАКУПКАХ по ПРОЕКТУ CASA-1000

Vocational training institutes open in Afghan key cities Kabul, Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif

Vocational training institutes opened again their doors for over 1000 apprentices upon the start of the new academic year. After some institutes in Kabul held entry tests last week, Herat and Mazar-e Sharif followed suit and offered an orientation day, during which this year’s new apprentices were officially welcomed. The apprentices receive theoretical and practical training at the different Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutes. They all run the relatively new Ostad-Shagerdi training program, for which the German government has provided continuous technical and financial support. The program aims at integrating apprentices of the informal sector into the formal Afghan education system. So far, certain professions, such as carpentry, tailoring, IT and electronic repairing, were left out and apprentices often didn’t have the chance to receive proper training. The Ostad-Shagerdi training program allows apprentices in these fields to acquire basic theoretic

Afghanistan State Electricity Company DABS decided to annihilate every single corruption

CEO of DABS Mr. Qudratullah Delawar We are not just wishing for an ideal sheer organization but we decided to annihilate every single corruption in Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS). Qudratullah Delawari, Chief Executive Officer of DABS addressed an assembly of all DABS staff and he opined, “Elimination of corruption needs strong volition which we have, as corruption is the source of misery and backwardness of our country”. Mr. Delawari added, “we have to work together to conquer corruption from our offices, management and society. DABS must be an example of adequacy and none of the subscribers should complain about DABS. Mr. Delawari believes that corruption is a cancer in the country and we have started a strong battle against corrupt people. He also guided all the staff to deal in a friendly manner with subscribers and present them with best of services. About DABS: Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS) is an independent and autonomous company established under The Co

A leading example of development in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Aino Mena, a township in the southern province of Kandahar, is considered a leading example of reconstruction and development in Afghanistan. Situated in the province of Kandahar, the site gently slopes and has a backdrop of mountains bordering the Arghandab valley. The construction of this township has brought about positive changes to the lives of hundreds of people in the area. The township is spread over 20000 jirebs of land and is home to 4000 families. But the township has not only provided housing to people but it has also created over 250 thousand jobs over the years. Currently over 800 people work for the township and earn between Afs 14,000 up to Afs 140,000 monthly. >>> learn more 

Спецпредставитель РФ по Афганистану Замир Кабулов рассказал о планах по строительству нефтеперерабатывающего завода

Замир Кабулов рассказал о планах по строительству НПЗ в Афганистане Россия заинтересована в закреплении и дальнейшем развитии экономического сотрудничества с Афганистаном, заявил спецпредставитель РФ по Афганистану Замир Кабулов. Российский дипломат подчеркнул, что приоритетным направлением российско-афганского сотрудничества является электроэнергетика. Он добавил, что на прошедшем в Кабуле в начале марта заседания межправительственной комиссии также обсуждались проекты в области торговли, транспорта и образования. Кабулов отметил, что российские компании заинтересованы в проведении геологоразведочных работ на территории Афганистана. Он также рассказал о планах по строительству нефтеперерабатывающего завода в провинции Джаузджан.

Губернатор Атта Мохаммад Нур выразил благодарность правительству Германии

В провинции Балх построена 11-километровая асфальтовая дорога между городом Балх и мостом Бангала. Раньше данный участок пути не подходил для интенсивного движения, из-за чего многочисленные жители окрестных поселений не могли добираться до Мазари-Шарифа с достаточной оперативностью. Теперь пациенты смогут быстро доехать до больницы в административном центре, а дети будут тратить гораздо меньше времени, добираясь до школ, заявил губернатор Атта Мохаммад Нур на торжественной церемонии по случаю завершения строительства. Высокопоставленный чиновник выразил благодарность правительству Германии, которое профинансировало данный проект стоимостью EUR 3,300,000 и подчеркнул, что министерство общественных работ продемонстрировало оперативность и высокое качество исполнения при строительстве данного объекта. Работы по проекту начались в 2013 году. Просёлочную дорогу пришлось существенно расширить, построить дренажную систему на всём её протяжении и уложить асфальт. После десятилетий гражданск

JICA meets with Kabul New City DEV Authority

March 2016 - A meeting of Dip. Eng. Alham Omar Hotaki Deputy and Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) held with JICA’s Infrastructure Director for (Afghanistan and Pakistan) with the participation of senior members of JICA and DCDA. The meeting aimed to understand and share the progress of KNC project as a whole and onsite construction activities of phase one, this included commencement of onsite work for construction of typical housing units in parcel 2.2, completion of concept for development of industrial park in Barikab Agriculture Economic Zone (BAEZ) and its approval by High Economic Council, completion of Real Estate Market Survey, revision of KNC development policy and discussion with H.E. the president on legal framework of DCDA accordingly. Likewise, following activities made for Kabul Metropolitan Area development; just as the concept for Qargha as a Recreational Economic Zone, concept for development of Central Business Districts (CBD) for existing Kabul and many other i

Kabul 26/03/2016 - Exchange Rates

Foreign Currency AFN 1 US Dollar 68.650 1 Euro 76.10 1 Pound 96.10 1 Saudi Rial 18.10 1 UAE Dirham 18.60 1 Chinese Yuan 10.50 1 Turkish Lira 24 1 Kuwaiti Dinar 224 1000 Pak. Rs 646 1000 Ind. Rs 1025 1000 Iranian Toman 19.80

Pakistan to establish customs complex at Torkham border with Afghanistan

The authorities of Pakistan are working on the construction of a major customs complex at Torkham border in an attempt to improve trade volume with financial contribution from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Peshawar Customs Office said the new complex would reduce the duration of checking and clearing process at the border from one day to one hour. The complex is a first of its kind in the country, which will make border crossing systematic, fully computerized and will augment trade volume on the historic route. Customs complex would improve facilities related to clearance of loaded trucks crossing the border to Afghanistan and cars. The complex, covering about 90 acres of land, would house customs and immigration offices, two-way customs and immigration terminals, checking and scanning plazas for pedestrians, passenger and cargo vehicles. The ADB has provided USD 300 million loan for execution of the projects on soft term basis to Pakistan while National Logistic Cell (NLC)

Pakistan is the most dangerous enemy of the People of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Dr. Sima Samar Pakistan to be hit by problems it causes in Afghanistan, Sima Samar warns. The Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC) Chief Sima Samar has warned Pakistan will be hit by problems it causes in Afghanistan. Samar is in India to participate in an international conference on child and youth. “I believe that our neighbour (Pakistan) should realise that problems that it is causing in Afghanistan is not going to stay within our boundaries. It would reach them,”   she told IANS in an interview. She also added “As soon as they realise this and take action against enemies of human rights, the world will have a positive change.”   Samar further added “When you (Pakistan) are training bad people against a country, you will be trapped.”   According to Samar, social and economic stability reach Afghanistan within next 20 years provided that regional cooperation was in place that lead to peace in the country. “If everything goes well, including the social, econom

Japan grants Afghanistan USD 21,3 million humanitarian assistance

The Government of Japan has recently provided a total of USD 21.3 million fund to UNHCR, UNICEF, UNMAS, WFP, and IOM for humanitarian and emergency assistance in Afghanistan. The funding from Japan will allow those agencies to address humanitarian challenges through provision of vital support to refugees returning from Pakistan and Iran, and to people suffering from food insecurity, malnutrition, natural disaster, displacement and other critical situations. The contribution responds to requirements under UNOCHA’s 2016 Humanitarian Response Plan. 1) Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) – USD 4,000,000 Funding from the Government of Japan will support UNHCR to facilitate voluntary repatriation of Afghan refugees from Iran and Pakistan, foster sustainable reintegration of the returnees in Afghanistan, and deliver humanitarian assistance to refugees in the south-eastern part of Afghanistan. Japan’s contribution will help UNHCR to provide protection an

С каждым годом интерес к афганским товарам за рубежом растёт

Gulfood 2016 - Dubai В ходе продовольственной выставки-ярмарки Gulfood, которая прошла в Дубае, афганские бизнесмены заключили контракты общей стоимостью 2 млн. долларов. Афганские бизнесмены утверждают, что по следам ярмарки заключили предварительные договорённости о сделках общей стоимостью около 10 млн. долларов. С каждым годом интерес к афганским товарам за рубежом растёт, в том числе благодаря выставкам-ярмаркам, аналогичным Gulfood. Правительство Ашрафа Гани и Абдуллы Абдуллы неоднократно выражало заинтересованность в расширении зарубежных рынков сбыта афганской сельскохозяйственной продукции и налаживании новых маршрутов экспорта.

Railway from Chabahar to Herat

Officials of the Afghan Ministry of Public Works said negotiations were underway between the Afghan, Iranian and Indian governments for the construction of a railway from Iranian Chabahar seaport to western Herat province of Afghanistan.

Президенты Туркменистана и Афганистана обсудили в телефонном разговоре реализацию проекта ТАПИ

Ашраф Гани и Гурбангулы Бердымухамедов обсудили проект ТАПИ. 20 марта 2016 Ашраф Гани позвонил своему коллеге Гурбангулы Бердымухамедову, чтобы поздравить его с праздником Навруз и прояснить ряд вопросов, связанных с двусторонним сотрудничеством. Стороны сошлись на том, что проект ТАПИ (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) крайне важен не только для обеих стран, но и для стабильности региона в целом, и обсудили возможность увеличения поставок туркменской электроэнергии в Афганистан в пять раз. Строительство газопровода ТАПИ позволит создать не менее 12 тысяч рабочих мест. После завершения проекта Афганистан сможет получать за транзит газа через свою территорию не менее US$400 млн. в год.

The Government of Japan contributes USD 1,5 million to support Salang corridor upgrade

The Government of Japan contributes USD 1,5 million to support Salang corridor upgrade - Afghanistan's main north-south road transport route. The Embassy of Japan in Kabul said that "the relevant documents for the Preparatory Facility of Salang Tunnel Project have exchanged between Mr. Yasunari Morino, Charge d'affaires ad interim of the Embassy and Thomas Panella, Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director for Afghanistan".   At present, the Salang Corridor is the only route that allows the year round north-south passages of good and people across the Hindu Kush Mountain. The vast majority of goods shipped to Kabul from the north traverse the Salang Corridor. However, after more than 50 years of service the road has fallen into a state of deterioration. "Considering the importance of rehabilitation of this  corridor, which will provide safe and quick access for goods and people linking the south with the north, Japan and ADB decided to continue the Feasibil