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Major stumbling blocks to the Afghan peace process

Major stumbling blocks to the Afghan peace process Sunday, 24 April 2016 |   Written by Heart of Asia Some lawmakers and political analysts believe Pakistan and the United States are still sabotaging Afghan peace process to protect their own interests, and it won’t be successful until the Afghan government assures the US that peace is also in the interest of America. The lack of proper policy and consensus in the government on peace process, excessive reliance on Pakistan, and the personal interests of some groups in war are some of the key challenges hindering the Afghan reconciliation process. Gharzai Khwakhogai, a military expert, says both the first round of face-to-face peace talks between Afghan officials and the Taliban in Murree, a hill resort near Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, and the quartet peace initiative known as the Quadrilateral Coordination Group (QCG) were derailed by US and Pakistan because they are still pursuing their goals through war. US officials them

ИРА нуждается в поддержке РФ для успешной борьбы с терроризмом

Для успешного противодействия террористической угрозе Афганистану необходимо обратиться за поддержкой к России как одной из ведущих стран мира, заявил экс-президент Афганистана Хамид Карзай. В недавнем интервью отставной глава государства, прибывший в Москву для участия в международной конференции Минобороны РФ по вопросам безопасности, рассказал о терроризме как основной угрозе для безопасности Афганистана. По словам Хамида Карзая, на протяжении первых нескольких лет после свержения режима Талибана обстановка в стране значительно улучшилась, но даже при содействии НАТО закрепить успехи в борьбе с терроризмом не удалось, что дестабилизировало ситуацию в дальнейшем. Экс-президент выразил мнение, что главной ошибкой США и союзников стал неправильный вектор приложения усилий. "Они не атаковали убежища и тренировочные базы террористов в Пакистане, не боролись с их мотивацией, не перекрыли каналы финансирования, хотя знали, откуда идут деньги" , пояснил он. Хамид Карзай подчерк

Biography of Alhaj Delbar Nazari, Minister of Women’s Affairs of Afghanistan

H.E. Delbar Nazari, daughter of Abdul Nazar, was born in 1956 in a religious and intellectual family in Samangan, a northern province of Afghanistan. She passed her childhood in a loving family environment and learned primary knowledge from her parents. When Delbar Nazari turned seven, she was admitted to school for further education and completed her primary, intermediate, and secondary studies at Mahste High School in Kholm District of Samangan Province. After graduating from school, she participated in the Kankor test, and was admitted to Balkh University and succeeded in the Literature Faculty, Departments of English and Dari, graduating in 1978. Based on her deep interest in education, Delbar Nazari did not rely on her educational skills and successfully passed the second Kankor test and joined Faiz Mohammad Kateb University Political Science Faculty, International Relations Department and earned her second bachelor’s degree. H.E. Nazari has worked in different organizatio

Il Ministro degli Esteri Gentiloni sigla nuovi accordi tra Roma e Kabul in materia di cooperazione allo sviluppo, in particolare nel settore delle infrastrutture di trasporto

Il 19 aprile, dopo una prima tappa ad Herat ove Gentiloni ha salutato il Contingente italiano, a Kabul il Ministro degli Esteri ha incontrato il Presidente della Repubblica Mohammad Ashraf Ghani, il Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah e il Ministro degli Esteri Salahuddin Rabbani. La missione si colloca nel quadro del grande sostegno assicurato dall’Italia all’Afghanistan, testimoniato in particolare dalla decisione di prorogare la presenza del contingente militare italiano ad Herat per tutto il 2016 e, sul piano civile, dall’azione della nostra cooperazione allo sviluppo. L’Afghanistan si colloca infatti al primo posto tra i beneficiari dell’Aiuto Pubblico allo Sviluppo italiano con interventi per circa 820 milioni di euro approvati dal 2001 ad oggi. A conferma dell’impegno italiano di lungo periodo in Afghanistan, durante la visita Gentiloni ha aperto insieme a Rabbani la prima riunione della Commissione Mista italo-afghana, i cui lavori vertono soprattutto sulla collaborazione nel

Афганские бизнесмены планируют создать завод по производству соевого молока

Soy milk is a plant milk produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water Международная организация питания и образования (NEI) и афганские бизнесмены планируют создать коммерческий завод по производству соевого молока. Предполагается, что завод сможет производить до 2,5 млн. литров соевого молока в год. Проект профинансирует правительство Южной Кореи. Компания Daesung   создаст необходимое оборудование, которое будет перевезено в Кабул и собрано на месте. Соевое молоко богато белком и питательными веществами и может храниться при комнатной температуре до десяти месяцев, что очень актуально для афганских хозяйств, в которых зачастую нет ни холодильников, ни электроснабжения. В провинции Каписа ранее был построен завод по обработке сои и производству соевого масла.

Многие афганские месторождения разрабатываются нелегально, причём доходы от контрабанды идут в том числе на поддержку боевиков

Taliban murderers and smugglers Продажа угля из месторождения Шабашак в провинции Саманган была прекращена после того, как руководителям шахты начали угрожать представители местной мафии.  По словам инженера Дад Мохаммада Зазая, возглавляющего угольную отрасль на севере страны, ущерб правительству исчисляется 3 млн. афгани ($50 тыс.) в сутки, причём проблема не ограничивается месторождением Шабашак. Работы не планируется возобновлять до тех пор, пока правительство не арестует и не накажет людей, угрожающих руководству и рабочим, Дад Мохаммада Зазая подчеркнул. Многие афганские месторождения разрабатываются нелегально, причём доходы от контрабанды идут в том числе на поддержку боевиков.

В Афганистане запущена система платежей посредством карт и мобильных телефонов

Центробанк Афганистана и компания Платёжные системы Афганистана (APS) запускают глобальный проект национальной платёжной системы для банковских карт и мобильных телефонов, что облегчит интеграцию Афганистана в международную экономику. Система будет предоставлять всем жителям страны безопасный и доступный электронно-финансовый сервис. Переход на безналичный расчёт в ряде областей существенно увеличит прозрачность в финансовом секторе, снизит коррупцию и ускорит интеграцию финансовой системы Афганистана в глобальную финансовую сеть. В течение последних пяти лет компания APS готовила инфраструктуру для перехода на электронные платежи. Данный проект позволит не только ускорить, но и существенно удешевить многие транзакции для клиентов.

Afghan coding school for girls, Code to Inspire, among 28 organizations in 16 countries receiving 2016 Google RISE Award!

linkedin.com/pulse/code-inspire-receives-google-rise-award-fereshteh-forough The first coding school for girls in Afghanistan Code to Inspire has won the 2016 Google RISE Award, announced Fereshteh Forough, founder and CEO at the organization which describes itself as “a nonprofit committed to educating female students in Afghanistan how to code.” “I am thrilled to announce that Code to Inspire is one of 28 organizations in 16 countries receiving a 2016 Google RISE Award!”  , said Forough in a LinkedIn post. “It feels amazing and brings tears of joy to my eyes when I see the name of my country, despite its many conflicts, shining among the countries of the world”  , wrote Forough invoking the recent horrific attack in Kabul that killed 68 people and wounded 347. In a press release issued by Code to Inspire, Forough expressed gratitude to Google for the USD 25,000 prize. “With Google’s support we will be able to continue our efforts teaching these young women how

Nangarhar province of Afghanistan getting power using solar energy

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Capacity Building and Change Management Program II (CBCMP-II) is installing solar power systems for three District Agriculture Offices in Nangarhar that will provide renewable and uninterrupted electricity.  Reliable power at the District Agriculture Offices will greatly improve extension officers’ ability to communicate, access information and ultimately provide better agricultural advice and services to more than 7,000 farmers who reside in these areas. Installation of solar systems was finalized in April for the three District Agriculture Offices in Kama, Kuz Kunar and Behsud Districts of Nangarhar Province. In addition, CBCMPII equipped these offices with furniture and computers, and provided training to staff to improve their technical and managerial skills. “USAID’s Capacity Building and Change Management project has been working in Nangarhar to introduce modern technologies for agriculture officers that will improv

Jean-Nicolas Marti: Международного Комитета Красного Креста настроен на расширение своей деятельности в Афганистане

На днях Москву посетила делегация Международного Комитета Красного Креста (МККК), в составе которой присутствовал глава афганской миссии этой организации Jean-Nicolas Marti. В российской столице господин Марти принял участие в целом ряде встреч, в том числе в диалоге с экспертами в рамках мероприятия Российского совета по международным делам, посвящённого анализу ситуации в ИРА. Воспользовавшись предоставленной возможностью, репортер из портала Афганистан.Ру , София Панова , решила задать главе МККК в Афганистане ряд вопросов о деятельности его организации в этой стране и обстановке в Афганистане как таковой. София Панова: Господин Маrti, расскажите о деятельности МККК в Афганистане, чем она отличается для вас от работы в других горячих точках? Jean-Nicolas Marti: Наша работа в Афганистане включает в себя посещение заключенных для мониторинга условий их содержания и обращения с ними, другую деятельность по предоставлению защиты, восстановление семейных связей, содействие насе

During the recent Italian Foreign Minister’s trip to Afghanistan, were signed three cooperation agreements between Kabul and Rome

KABUL, April 26, 2016 - Afghan Foreign Minister Salahuddin Rabbani had a farewell meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Italy H.E. Luciano Pezzotti whose tenure as an Ambassador to Kabul has come to an end. Foreign Minister expressed his appreciation for the cooperation of the Republic of Italy in various areas and for the sacrifices of Italian troops in the way of ensuring security and stability in Afghanistan. Foreign Minister called the Republic of Italy a good friend that has stood beside the people of Afghanistan in difficult days. Afterwards, the Italian Ambassador called his tenure as an ambassador to Kabul worthy and considered good and friendly relations with the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan very valuable for his country. He added that Italy would continue its cooperation with Afghanistan in different areas. He called the recent Italian Foreign Minister’s trip to Kabul, during which three cooperation agreements were signed between the two countries, as a clear si

Afghanistan Cricket Team to start tour of Ireland, Scotland and Netherlands in July

The Afghanistan National Cricket Team will start tour of Scotland, Ireland and Netherlands in coming July, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said Tuesday. According to a statement by ACB, the Afghan team will play in a series of 2 One Day International (ODI) matches, on 4th and 6th July. The statement further added that the second series will played against Ireland, consisting of 5 One Day International (ODI) matches, starting on 10th July. The other matches will be played on 12th, 14th, 17th and 19th July, ACB said, adding that the third series will start against Netherlands on 28th July. The 4-Day match against Netherlands will be played on 29th, 30th and 31st of July which is part of the I-Cup match, ACB added. This comes as the Afghanistan national cricket team former head coach Inzamam-ul-Haq earlier said the Afghan team needs to play against big countries in a bid to help the minnows prosper as an international team in the future. Inzamam was speaking following a historic w

Inequality in global education is at the forefront of global wealth inequality

Today the world is doing a lackluster job of finding sustainable solutions to global inequality. This crisis is evident in cities like Lima, Peru where a “wall of shame” separates the wealthy neighborhoods from the poor shantytowns. It is disconcerting that the United Nations estimates today that 1.2 billion people live on less than $1 a day, while Forbes reports that the world’s 1,810 billionaires hold a net worth of $6.48 trillion. The world’s failure to effectively fight poverty can be significantly attributed to corruption, as most heads of state are more concerned with pleasing their wealthy financiers and retaining power. In addition, global thought leaders use inequality as a quest for global fame and padding their bank accounts. Sadly, the majority of influential global leaders lack sincere passion for the poor and compete for awards or reelection, instead of working together to find legitimate solutions, such as enhancing global education. Solutions, Not Problems Today ma

Afghan sportswomen to participate in an international tournament in Europe

Afghan sportswomen to participate in an intl tournament in Europe Six Afghan female cyclists are invited to participate in an international tournament in France.  The tournament is scheduled to be held in two weeks. This comes after some members of Italian Parliament proposed the Afghan female cycling team’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. A group of 20 female cyclists from Kabul, Bamyan, Parwan, Balkh and Panjshir provinces participated in national cycling matches at a length of 60 Km from Kabul to Gol Ghundi hills in Parwan province. These sportswomen are defying cultural taboos that make riding bikes for women immoral and even illegal. Women are often harassed and insulted for riding bikes. Some of the cyclists have been hit by passing drivers while training on the highways. Yet, these women have not let social stigmas hold them back, and they are using bicycle as a means to emancipate women.

Туркменистан и Афганистан обсудили строительство ТАПИ в Герате

На территории западной афганской провинции Герат состоялась встреча заместителей министров иностранных дел Туркменистана и Афганистана, в ходе которой стороны обсудили взаимодействие в рамках строительства газопровода ТАПИ (Туркменистан-Афганистан-Пакистан-Индия). На совещании также присутствовал губернатор Герата Асиф Рахими. Глава провинции подчеркнул важную роль проекта в развитии региональной экономики и пообещал, что местные власти сделают все необходимое для его реализации. Участок газопровода будет проходить по территории провинции Герат. Строительство газопровода ТАПИ позволит создать не менее 60 тысяч рабочих мест. После завершения проекта Афганистан сможет получать за транзит газа через свою территорию не менее 400,000,000 долларов США в год.

USD 1.17 billion Central Asia South Asia Electricity Transmission and Trade Project (CASA-1000) to be inaugurated on 12 May 2016

The USD 1.17 billion CASA-1000 power project will be inaugurated next month by government representatives of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan.  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) of Afghanistan said the Afghan Ministers of Power and Energy of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan finalized agreements on the implementation of the project. A statement by the MoFA of Afghanistan said the project will be inaugurated on 12th May as per the request of Tajikistan officials. The statement further added that the inauguration ceremony will be attended by high level government officials of the four nations as well as representative of the donor countries and financial supporters of the project. The Afghanistan Chief Executive Officer Dr. Abdullah Abdullah will attend the ceremony for the inauguration of the project. According to Afghan MoFA, the CASA-1000 project will pave the way for the transmission of electricity from Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to Afghanistan and

Taliban, a bunch of murderers and smugglers

Taliban are murderers and smugglers who act under control of Pakistani Intelligence and International Organized Crime.  All suicide bombers are illiterate and mentally unstable who have been brainwashed by Pakistani Intelligence with tacit consent of their colleagues from America. And the time has come for the International Community and the People of Afghanistan to realize that the US has never lifted a finger against the Taliban or any other criminal-terrorist groups operating on the territory of Afghanistan and Pakistan, as illicit drugs production in Afghanistan increased almost 50 times, and Afghan heroin has killed more than 1,2 million people worldwide since the US occupied Afghanistan and began its ambiguous ‘War on Terror’ in 2001. On the contrary, the US has made them [terrorists and criminals] grow. The Taliban and other criminal-terrorist groups such like al Qaeda (To be noted that in 2012, then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton very publicly admitted to the en

New Media Operations Center at Herat University

The Herat University Faculty of Journalism has opened a new Media Operations Center (MOC).  The MOC contains classrooms for journalism classes as well as radio, television, and print studios. These facilities allow the faculty to offer courses and hands-on training in the modern techniques of print, radio and TV production. The Italian government contributed to construction of the MOC and various foreign governments donated studios' equipment.

The President of Afghanistan Dr. Ashraf Ghani said that funds have been arranged to start construction of 29 dams this year

The President of Afghanistan Dr. Ashraf Ghani said that government is ready to launch several infrastructure projects in the country this year. In a meeting with representatives of Paktia, Ghazni, Logar, Paktika and Khost provinces, and nomads at the Presidential Palace in Kabul, President Ghani said that funds have been arranged to start the construction of 29 dams this year. He added that 2015 was the year of Afghanistan’s survival, but this 2016 would be the year of stimulation. “Last year there was shortage of funds, the international community was also leaving the country but ultimately they have been convinced to continue their assistance with Afghanistan in different sectors,”   Dr. Ghani said.

Афганские крестьяне получат микрокредиты на обработку и упаковку продукции

Афганское правительство подписало соглашение о передаче институтам микрокредитования 6,000,000 долларов США для финансирования ссуд афганским крестьянам и малым производителям сельхозпродукции.  Средства для предоставления населению ссуд получат 'Первый банк микрокредитования Афганистана' и 'Афганская сельская финансовая компания'. Соответствующее соглашение было подписано министром сельского хозяйства Афганистана и представителями этих финансовых организаций.Кредиты будут выдаваться на производство, обработку и упаковку продукции, соответствующей международным стандартам. С 2010 года более 35000 крестьян и производителей сельхозпродукции из 33 афганских провинций смогли воспользоваться микрокредитами Фонда развития сельского хозяйства (ADF) на общую сумму 4,45 млрд. афгани (более 64 млн. долларов США).

Economic growth rate of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan gradually accelerating

According to World Bank’s South Asia Economic Focus, Afghanistan’s economic growth rate is expected to increase from 1.9% in 2016 to 2.95% in 2017.  The report has cited political and security uncertainty as the main factors that have hindered business activities and overall domestic demand. Overall, Afghanistan and other Southern Asian countries have remained strong in the face of turbulent international markets and the region is the fastest-growing in the world. The economic growth rate of South Asia is forecasted to gradually accelerate from 7.1% in 2016 to 7.3% in 2017. “South Asia has been resilient to global turbulence due to its limited exposure to slowdowns in other major economies coupled with the tailwinds of favorable oil prices, capital flows, and remittances,”   said World Bank South Asia Vicepresident. “However, fiscal and financial vulnerabilities remain and countries should strive to address them through generating revenue and creating more fiscal space.”   The repor

В Кандагаре планируется модернизировать сталелитейный завод

Агентство международного развития (АМР) США профинансирует три четверти модернизации сталелитейного завода 'Махмуд Star' в афганской провинции Кандагар. В рамках Программы поддержки строительства в Афганистане, США оплатит закупку современного оборудования, печь повторного нагрева, подъёмный кран, замену электропроводки и железопрокатный стан. 25% затрат на модернизацию оплатит 'Махмуд Star'. Модернизация снизит себестоимость производства, а также позволит создать не менее 200 новых рабочих мест. Завод 'Махмуд Star' является одним из ведущих местных производителей брусьев, уголков и арматуры и планирует в ближайшем будущем наладить производство железнодорожных шпал.

Japan grants $22mn for Economic & Social Development Program in Afghanistan

Japan has pledged to provide US$ 22,000,000 for the Economic and Social Development Program in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. An agreement to that effect was signed between Japan’s Ambassador and Afghan Foreign Minister in Kabul on April 10, 2016. “We hope the Afghan government will use the program properly to solve its financial problems and to implement development projects for the benefit of the people,”   said the Ambassador of Japan to Afghanistan. The grant covers the cost for purchasing materials necessary for economic and social development of the Afghan government, including items such as gas and fuels.

Акционеры проекта газопровода ТАПИ (Туркменистан - Афганистан - Пакистан - Индия) подписали инвестиционное соглашение на US$ 200,000,000

На подписании соглашения присутствовали представители нефтегазовой промышленности четырех стран, а также представители Азиатского банка развития. Первоначальный бюджет инвестиционного соглашения составляет 200 млн. долларов, которые пойдут на инженерные изыскания для строительства, исследования экологической ситуации , а также ряд других работ. Предполагается, что строительство газопровода займет до 3 лет. Выступая на церемонии подписания соглашения, замминистра шахт и горной промышленности ИРА Джавед Садат отметил, что газопровод ТАПИ станет надежным источником энергии для Афганистана, а его строительство позволит обеспечить граждан страны новыми рабочими местами.

Afghanistan trying to bring more people online

With over USD 2 billion investment over the past ten yeras, Afghan telecom industry employs around 200 thousands and generates annual revenue of USD 15-200mn. About 80% of the country’s population are cellular service subscribers. However, this bright spot of the economy is looking shaky now amid increased taxes. The Afghan government is facing pressure from the international donors to find new sources of revenue to plug the shortfall in aid money. Being the successful sector, the telecom industry is facing a high tax load from the government. The tax on telecom companies has reached to more than 25% over the past years. In September 2015, a new 10% fee was imposed by the Presidential Palace on telecom and internet services, including all types of prepaid and postpaid accounts payable to the Treasury by all telecom companies and Internet Service Providers. The industry’s sales dropped 10-25 percent since 2012. The Taliban have been a constant threat to the growth of the industry. In

Italy committed to continue long-term partnership with Afghanistan

"In 2016 [we] will also continue to work side-by-side with the United States and the international coalition, hand-in-hand with our Afghan brothers, in order to fight terrorism. […] The Italians make a difference in Afghanistan. Herat is one of the safer areas."   Italian Prime Minister  1. Italy pledged its support and endorsement for NATO’s Resolute Support mission, including approval of at least 500 Italian troops who will continue to be stationed at the airport in Herat; a decision that will advance the goal of making Herat airport an international hub and new economic zone. 2. Italy will provide finance up to EUR65M for a 75-kilometer railway to connect Herat with Iran’s rail network, a project whose pre-feasibility phase had been completed and needed funding to begin work. Italy will also provide an additional EUR29M to complete construction project of Herat International Airport. 3. Italy will provide finance up to EUR92M for investment in Herat City-Chast e Sh

Herat Province of Afghanistan to host the first international conference on TAPI gas pipeline

Herat Province of Afghanistan to host the first international conference on the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline next month. The announcement was made at a meeting attended by the deputy foreign minister of Turkmenistan, the Governor of Herat Province, officials from the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan and tribal leaders from Herat and Farah provinces. The Governor of Herat underlined that TAPI project is vital for Afghanistan’s economic development, it is an important 'keystone' in the realization of the New Silk Road in the arena of energy where Afghanistan will again play a central role in connecting energy-rich Central Asia countries to energy-deficient South Asia countries. The project aims to export up to 33 billion cubic meters of natural gas per year through a 1,800-kilomter pipeline from the Dauletabad gas field in Turkmenistan along the highway through Herat, Helmand and Kandahar provinces of Afghanistan, to Quetta and Mul

Торгово-промышленная палата Афганистана требует установить ограничения на импорт иностранных товаров в Афганистан

Торгово-промышленная палата Афганистана (ТППА) требует у правительства установить ограничения на импорт для того, чтобы поддержать афганскую экономику. В 2015 году по сравнению с 2012 экспорт вырос на 30% (584 млн. долларов по сравнению с 450), а импорт снизился на 12% (7,9 млрд. долларов по сравнению с 9,6), однако импорт по-прежнему превышает экспорт в 14 раз. Вице-глава ТППА Хан Джан Алокозай заявил, что эти цифры свидетельствуют о том, что национальная экономика пребывает в бессознательном состоянии. Глава Афганского агентства поддержки инестиций Курбан Хакджо, впрочем, упомянул, что в этой статистике никак не учитываются контрабандные товары, которые могут составлять такую же существенную долю импорта и экспорта, как привезённые легально. По его мнению, афганские экспортёры в основном не могут составить серьёзной конкуренции более качественным аналогичным товарам на международных рынках. При этом за сложности с качеством афганской продукции частично ответственно афганское правител

Глава МИД Германии призывает начать мирные переговоры между афганским правительством и Талибаном

Германия призывает начать переговоры между правительством Афганистана и движением Талибан, заявил глава МИД ФРГ Ф.В. Штайнмайер. "Сейчас мы наблюдаем прогресс в Афганистане, и он значителен, поэтому мы поддерживаем переговоры между правительством страны и Талибаном, так как от их результатов зависит ситуация в регионе", сказал Штайнмайера. Немецкий дипломат также подчеркнул, что недавние террористические атаки показали, насколько важно сотрудничество между странами в борьбе с терроризмом.

ADB funds construction of Gereshk-Lashkargah road in the Helmand province of Afghanistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is funding construction of the Gereshk-Lashkargah road in southern Helmand province. Construction works on the over USD 33,000,000 project will begin by the end of this month of April 2016. The project will connect about 300 villages with Gereshk and Nad Ali districts and also the provincial capital, Lashkargah City. Construction works will be carried out by an Afghan-Chinese joint venture.  “The road will resolve the problems faced by the people, and the Public Works Ministry will closely monitor the project,” said the Deputy Minister of Public Works of Afghanistan. The local Police Chief pledged to ensure security of the road as the Taliban and criminal organizations have a strong presence in areas close to the construction site.

Казахстан укрепляет связи с Афганистаном в сфере торговли

На этой неделе Кабул посетила делегация предпринимателей из Казахстана. В рамках этого визита в афганской столице состоялась конференция, направленная на развитие и укрепление торгово-экономических связей между странами. В конференции приняли участие представители Торгово-промышленной палаты Афганистана и Внешнеторговой палаты Казахстана. Стороны подписали соглашение о сотрудничестве. Выступая на мероприятии, вице-глава Торгово-промышленной палаты Афганистана Хан Джан Алокозай отметил важность расширения торговых связей со странами Центральной Азии. Он подчеркнул, что Казахстан предоставляет много возможностей для афганских бизнесменов. В ходе визита казахстанской делегации в Кабуле был также открыт торговый дом Казахстана. Посол Казахстана в Афганистане, Омиртай Битимов, заявил что открытие торгового дома будет способствовать развитию торговых отношений между странами. "Мы хотим расширить торговлю с Афганистаном через различные торговые точки. Открытие торгового дома подготовит

Afghanistan will import electricity from Turkmenistan

MHPS will supply three M701 DA Gas Turbine/Generator sets to Turkmen Zerger Plant Afghanistan will import electricity from a 400 MW gas-fired plant which is currently being built. Turkmenistan will export electricity from the Zerger Plant once it is completed. Turkmen government will export electricity to Afghanistan for ten years based on a power purchase agreement with the Afghan government. The deal is part of a project to assist in the reconstruction of Afghanistan. A contract for installing the power generation system at the plant has been awarded to the Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS), which will supply three sets of M701 DA gas turbine & generator.

India helping Afghan children suffering from Congenital Heart Disease

India to provide annual financial assistance of USD 1,000,000 over a period of 5 years starting from 2015-2016 to the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) for the treatment of children suffering from Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). The first instalment of USD 1,000,000 was disbursed to ARCS in August 2015. With the assistance, during the first two quarters from 15 September 2015 to 15 March 2016, over 200 Afghan children, age from 4 months to 18 years, have been treated at various hospitals in India. In addition, India provides financial, technical and training support to Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health in Kabul.