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Доходы Афганистана от туризма составляют около $15 млн. в год

Министерство культуры ИРА заявило, что туризм приносит Афганистану около $15,000,000 в год. Несмотря на то, что приток туристов в текущем году снизился на 5,6%, ежегодно Афганистан посещает порядка 19 тыс. человек. В основном они посещают около 150 туристических достопримечательностей в 9 афганских провинциях. CREDIT:  https://www.facebook.com/beautifyafghanistan ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆

Procurement Law of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Public Procurement Reform is an integral part of governance reform agenda for National Unity Government under leadership of H.E. the President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, mainly in order to bring in a transparent and efficient procurement system enabled to obtain higher value for money in government purchasing . As starting point in procurement reform work, revision and revamping of procurement legal framework was an immediate task to be undertaken in order to formalize reform initiatives and minimize corruption prone areas in procurement proceedings. Pursuant to the provision of sub clause (4) of Article (75) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Procurement Law was revised, and new amendments were ratified by H.E President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan through legislative decree no. (75) Dated October 7, 2015. The enacted Law aims to achieve the following objectives: Organize procurement of goods, works, and services required by Procur
Che cosa significa insegnare a Kabul Hanno situazioni difficili alle spalle, ma gli studenti afghani  dell'accademia hanno la stessa voglia ed entusiasmo  dei loro coetanei occidentali by Selene Biffi Sempre entusiasti, attenti e intenti ad imparare, i ragazzi di The Qessa Academy non sembrano molto diversi dai loro coetanei di altri Paesi. Li senti spesso parlare dei loro sogni sogni, di musica e dei film di Bollywood, e per un momento ti scordi di essere a Kabul. Per un momento soltanto, però. Nonostante la loro giovane età infatti – sono ragazze e ragazzi tra i 18 e i 25 anni – hanno vissuti difficili ed esperienze dolorose alle spalle. C’è chi è appena arrivata in città e vive in una casa protetta con la madre, per sfuggire alle violenze dei parenti. Alcuni hanno perso un genitore a causa della guerra. Altri si ritrovano con 22 persone in famiglia, e fanno quello che possono per sbarcare il lunario e dare una mano. Molti di loro vorrebbero studiare per diventare

The President of Afghanistan inks deal with Gulbuddin Hekmatyar in first peace treaty since the war with the Taliban began in 2001

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has formalised a peace treaty with Hezb-i-Islami, an armed group led by Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, a deal the government hopes will lead to more agreements with other fighters. Hekmatyar also signed the agreement on Thursday via a video link into Kabul's presidential palace. The ceremony was broadcast live on television. It is the first peace treaty the Afghan government has completed since the war with the Taliban began in 2001. The accord with the largely dormant Hezb-i-Islami has been welcomed by the international community as a possible template for any future peace deal with the Taliban, who have been fighting to overthrow the Kabul government for 15 years. Pakistan's foreign ministry issued a statement on Thursday, praising the deal. "Pakistan has consistently emphasised that there is no military solution of the conflict in Afghanistan. Politically negotiated settlement through an Afghan-owned and Afghan-led peace process is the most via

New marble processing plants inaugurated in Herat, Afghanistan

Three factories worth about US$ 2,000,000 were officially inaugurated in the industrial park of Herat by the Governor of Herat Mr Mohammad Asif Rahimi. Funded by the private sector and Herat’s businessmen, the three factories include one carton production plant (with cartons to be produced using recycled paper) and two marble processing plants. The new factories will provide job opportunities to over 400 Afghans. ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆

Indicative programme - Brussels Conference on Afghanistan, 4-5 Oct 2016

Programme of 5 October 2016  Place:          Justus Lipsius building, 175 rue de la Loi, Brussels  All times are approximate and subject to change +/- 07.30 Arrivals Live streaming +/- 08.15 TBC Doorstep by High Representative Federica Mogherini  +/- 08.30 Arrival of the Afghan delegation, welcome by High Representative Federica Mogherini  +/- 09.00       Opening session  (roundtable Photo/TV opportunity Group A) including statements by: President of the European Council Donald Tusk President of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Live streaming +/- 10.30 Family photo  (Photo/TV opportunity Group B)   11.00 Presentation by the Afghan government of the National Peace and Development Framework and the revised Self-Reliance Mutual Accountability Framework Presentation of the World Bank economic outlook Live streaming 11.30 Bilateral statements by partner countries and international organisations (part I) Chaired by Hig

Afghan women allegedly exploited as slaves, used for sexual purposes in the safe houses

Women used as "slaves" in shelters Tuesday, 27 September 2016 03:31 Written by  Heart of asia  In addition to alleged corruption and dictatorship in the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission (AIHRC), claims have surfaced recently that women are being exploited as slaves in the safe houses. Read original article at:  http://heartofasia.af/index.php/national2/item/2250-women-used-as-slaves-in-shelters A number of women who have lived in these shelters claimed that most women residing in safe houses were being used as slaves. Having stayed in a safe house for five months in Kabul, a resident of southern Helmand province, Horia Popalzai, told The Heart of Asia that AIHRC has treated her as a slave. "I have been subjected to oppression and unfair treatment for five months at the shelter. They were beating me every day because I did not have a care taker, and all women were subjected to hard labor. For example, they forced me to wash over 20 carpets in a d

Afghanistan National Cricket team defeated Bangladesh by 2 wickets during the second match of a three-match One Day International (ODI) series

With this win, the Afghan team leveled the series 1-1 after Afghanistan lost the opening match on Sunday by 7 runs. The Afghan team won the toss and elected to field first and restricted the Bangladesh batsmen to 208 runs during the 42.5 overs of the game. Rashid Khan took 3 wicketes, Mohammad Nabi and Mirwais Ashraf 2 wickets and Rahmat Shah 1 wicket on the bowling side. Afghanistan lost the opening match of the series by 7 runs during the opening match of the series on 25th Septmber. The final match of the series will be played on 3rd October to ascertain the winner of the series. >>> READ ORIGINAL ARTICLE ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃

В афганской провинции Кунар ремонтируется ирригационный канал Салар. Средства на ремонт выделит Всемирный Банк

В провинции Кунар подписан контракт на ремонт ирригационного канала Салар, который позволит орошать тысячи гектаров сельхозугодий. Канал Салар является важнейшим источником воды для уездов Асадабад и Наранг, его протяжённость составляет 22 км. После завершения ремонтных работ канал будет орошать 3 тыс. гектаров сельхозугодий, что улучшит качество жизни 25 тыс. жителей указанных уездов. Помимо ремонта стенок канала, пострадавших от наводнений, министерство планирует продлить его на четыре километра. Стоимость проекта составит около 59-60 млн. долларов США. Средства на ремонт выделит Всемирный Банк. Местные жители выразили надежду, что новый проект позволит им выращивать культуры, нуждающиеся в поливе в течение жарких летних месяцев. Жаркий континентальный климат Афганистана препятствует выращиванию многих культур в отсутствие орошения, а ирригационные каналы, построенные до гражданской войны, постепенно разрушаются и приходят в негодность. Их ремонт, таким образом, является одним и

Afghanistan Ministry of Public Works signs contract for the construction of Herat Ring Road '2nd Phase' with Unique Builders Construction Company

The Legal Representative of Unique Builders, Dr Zabi Mobariz (left), signs the contract with the Minister of Public Works Eng. Mahmoud Baligh The Ministry of Public Works (MoPW) of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has signed the contract for the construction of Herat Ring Road '2nd phase' with Unique Builders Construction Company. The Herat Ring Road (Total length about 25 km), will help to reduce the crick in traffic and it is an alternative route to connect the roads of Herat-Islam Qala to Herat-Qandahar and will be used for heavy vehicles. In his speech during the signing ceremony, the Italian Ambassador said "I am pleased that this contract has been signed. Monitoring of this project is undertaken by the Embassy of Italy in Afghanistan, we will share all details of the project with the Contractor and will show to Herat’s People that we Italians are faithful to our promises." Meanwhile, the Chief Executive of Afghanistan Government, Dr Abdullah Abdull
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Туркменистан настроен на активное экономическое сотрудничество с Афганистаном

Президент Туркменистана Гурбангулы Бердымухамедов огласил ряд инициатив, направленных на активизацию сотрудничества с Афганистаном. Недавно открытый международный аэропорт Туркменистана, который сможет перевозить до 25 млн. тонн груза в год, начинает прямое авиасообщение с Афганистаном. Кроме того, в ближайшее время будет достроена железная дорога регионального значения, которая поможет активизировать торговое сообщение между странами, заявил президент Бердымухамедов. Также в ноябре текущего года в Туркменистане будет организован торгово-транзитный саммит, в котором примет участие Афганистан. ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ 

Chabahar Port to be operative soon in order to get rid of Pakistan

Officials in Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Afghanistan have stated that Chabahar port would soon be operative and would grow the economy of the countries linked with its route. They have said the regional and neighboring countries investors are willing to invest in Afghanistan but due to no security and complicated laws didn’t dare to do so. Deputy Minister of Commerce and Industry AbdulBari Rashid said,” the operations activities are underway, by using that port most of our business problems will be resolved.” Meanwhile Minister of Economy has urged that Afghanistan has huge opportunities for investing, but investors still don’t dare to investing in the war ravaged country. Minister of Economy AbdulSatar Murad said,” there are a lot of opportunities for launching investing in Afghanistan, but there should be some facilities paved to encourage the investors.” However, the Iran President Economy Advisor Akbar Turkan said,” As I saw Afghanistan huge potential for receiving inves

In the 15 years since the US began its war on terrorists, Afghanistan gained the pole position among the 10 most corrupt countries in the world; it became the world's largest opium producer; Afghan heroin has killed more than 1.2 million people worldwide, and over a trillion dollars has been invested by terrorists into transnational organized crime from drug sales

Report: ‘Building Democracy’ In Afghanistan Actually Built An Empire Of Corruption Sunday, 25 September 2016 03:21 Written by  Bonnie Kristian Every year, Transparency International releases a worldwide ranking of national corruption. The calculation of each country’s score includes measures like press freedom, fiscal transparency, and rule of law. Out of 168 nations ranked, Afghanistan clocks in just two shy of last place at 166. Six in 10 Afghans reported having to pay bribes to facilitate government transactions, and as many agreed their country became more corrupt from 2007 to 2010—a bad situation made worse. Now it turns out this isn’t just the expected corruption of an impoverished, undeveloped, war-torn nation. It’s corruption on steroids, and the United States government is supplying the juice. That’s the conclusion of a new report, “Lessons Learned,” out from the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR). The watchdog agency found the United States

ADB to fund studies, design for Salang Corridor upgrade

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $31.37 million grant to prepare the Salang Corridor rehabilitation project to improve the efficiency and safety of movement of goods and people in Afghanistan and across Central Asia. The grant includes $15.92 million contributed by the Government of Japan through the ADB-administered Afghanistan Infrastructure Trust Fund (AITF). AITF is a donor-financed fund established in 2010 that aims to improve livelihoods of the Afghan people through infrastructure development. “The Salang Corridor is a critical part of Afghanistan’s transport infrastructure,” said Ko Sakamoto, Transport Economist with ADB’s Central and West Asia Department. “ADB assistance will support efforts to study the feasibility of three alignment options for the rehabilitation and upgrade of the Salang Corridor, complete the detailed engineering design, and prepare the project for implementation.” Built in 1964, the existing 2.7-kilometer Salang tunnel and associated conn

Afghan Government to launch USD 1 billion CITIZENS' CHARTER Program

The Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, on Sunday 25 September 2016, inaugurated the USD 1 billon CITIZENS' CHARTER Program in a bit to provide substantial services to rural areas and cities of the country. The program was inaugurated by the Afghan President Ashraf Ghani during a ceremony attended by top government officials including the National Unity Government CEO Dr Abdullah Abdullah. Addressing the Officials and journalists, Ashraf Ghani said that he will provide services to all parts of the country without differentiation or discrimination. Meanwhile, CEO Abdullah Abdullah said that the launch of the CITIZENS' CHARTER Program was one of the National Unity Government's commitments and in this regard he considered the support of the people as vital for its success. CEO Abdullah Abdullah said that the launch of the program will be within a period of six months. The program will be implemented in three stages and it will take 10 years and it will cost a

Afghan President asks India to expel Afghan students who show laziness and flunk exams

In his recent visit to India, President Ghani urged Indian officials to expel Afghan students, who show indifference towards their studies, or repeatedly flunk exams, from universities, and send them back home. To prevent unqualified individuals from getting scholarships, civil activists and political analysts, however, call on the government to ensure transparency in distributing educational scholarships other than encouraging Indian officials to dismiss Afghan students who have spent thousands of dollars on studying in India. Nasima Niazi, a female lawmaker, said that corruption and misconduct in awarding education scholarships are the long-existing problems which also have not been addressed by the current government so far. "It should not be only the son or daughter of a commander, minister or governor who benefit from foreign scholarships. They should be given to students transparently and justly so that unqualified students, who can hurt the reputation of the entire natio

Five Afghan companies owned by women showcasing their jewelry and gems at the Delhi Jewelry & Gem Fair

Nine leading Afghan businesses, including five women-owned companies, are showcasing their jewelry and gems at the 5th Delhi Jewelry and Gem Fair, northern India’s largest jewelry tradeshow. Expected to draw more than 1,500 traders and buyers, the event will help raise awareness of Afghan jewelry and forge business ties between Afghanistan and India. The Afghan traders are displaying their country’s finest gems and stone jewelry, including modern and traditional earrings, rings, anklets, bracelets, and historic and tribal forehead jewelry, necklaces, and are engaging in business meetings with Indian buyers. Collectors and traders from around the world will also find an array of precious and semi-precious Afghan stones, for centuries prized for their aesthetic qualities and use in jewelry. “For centuries Afghanistan traded jewelry and precious stone with India, and the countries continue to be exceptional trade partners to this day,” said Afghanistan’s Minister of Commerce and Indust

Taliban criminal organization kills two women and three men on Salang pass

Taliban criminal organization attacked Salang pass, a key tunnel pass that connects Kabul with the northern provinces of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.  Five people were killed and three others were wounded during the clash between the criminals and the Afghan forces. The target of the criminal organization was an officer serving in Pul-e-Charkhi prison of Kabul, who was travelling with his family members. The officer was killed along with two men and two women in the attack. ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ 

Bidding Opportunities in procuring entities of Afghanistan Government

In this page https://login.npa.gov.af/Beta/English/ProcuringEntities/BO.aspx  on the website of NPA (Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Administrative Office of the President - National Procurement Authority - NPA ) you can find the information about the Bidding Opportunities in procuring entities of Afghanistan Government. ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ 

Development & construction of the first-ever privately financed Power Plant in Afghanistan

International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group, is welcoming the signing of a Heads of Terms agreement that will create a framework for the development and construction of the Mazar Independent Power Plant, a landmark project expected to lead the way for private sector participation in addressing Afghanistan’s critical energy needs. IFC played a key role in developing the agreement, signed today in Kabul between the Afghan government and the Ghazanfar Group, a leading private Afghan conglomerate. It sets out the key terms under which the Group will be contracted to build, own and operate a 50-megawatt gas-fired power plant near Mazar-e-Sharif and sell electricity over the next 20 years to Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, the country’s national utility company. When completed, the project will mark the first time a power plant in Afghanistan is fully financed, designed, built and operated by the private sector. The facility aims to provide power to around 1 million

SIGAR blasts Afghan Watchdog over asset registration

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Alleged cases of corruption at the American University of Afghanistan

Below the opinions (shared publicly on Facebook) of a student at the American University of Afghanistan (AUAF): Although  [first name of the foreign professor]  was finally fired from AUAF for being the delusional megalomaniac that he was, the fact is that he poisoned the program and all degrees issued to the previous classes. I have no doubt that many brilliant, hard-working students graduated from the MBA program and deserved that degree, but we will never be able to distinguish those students from the ones that made corrupt deals with  [first name of the foreign professor]  for special favors, to include grade increases and special privileges re-taking/re-scheduling exams. For those that really focused on learning the material, this program will serve them well in their careers. For those who made deals with [first name of the foreign professor] , their degree is not even worth the paper it is printed on. >>> SEE ORIGINAL POST ON FACEBOOK Some comments posted b

Il Governo afghano firma un accordo di pace con il gruppo militante Hezb-e-Islami guidato da Gulbuddin Hekmatyar

Rappresentanti del governo afghano hanno firmato in diretta televisiva un accordo con il secondo gruppo di ribelli più grande del paese. L’accordo garantisce impunità al leader del gruppo, Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, accusato di numerose atrocità e attualmente latitante. In cambio, il capo militare islamista ed ex primo ministro afgano riconosce la nuova costituzione e abbandona la violenza. Perché l’accordo entri in vigore, dovrà avvenire un’ulteriore firma reciproca tra Gulbuddin Hekmatyar e il presidente dell'Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani. ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ 

The Peace deal with Gulbuddin Hekmatyar may be the beginning of a PERMANENT PEACE in Afghanistan

Despite the majority of Afghans welcomed the peace agreement between Gulbuddin Hekmatyar and Afghan government with high optimism, some America controlled media continue to fuel conflict situations in the Country Afghanistan has signed a peace agreement with Hezb-i-Islami, paving the way for the armed group's commander, Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, to make a political comeback despite allegations of war crimes during the 1990s. Government officials praised Thursday's agreement in the capital Kabul as a step towards peace, while critics said it opened the door to one of the most infamous figures in Afghanistan's civil war to play a role in the country's already divisive politics. "I hope that this is the beginning of a permanent peace in our country," said Sayed Ahmad Gilani, head of the government's High Peace Council and one of the signatories of the agreement, according to Reuters news agency. The deal with the largely dormant Hezb-i-Islami marks a sym
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Афганистан обвинил Пакистан в содействии террористам

Второй вице-президент Афганистана Мохаммад Сарвар Даниш подверг резкой критике политику Пакистана в отношении террористов, обвинив Исламабад в фактической поддержке последних. "Мы спрашиваем всех вас – где находились прежние лидеры Талибана и Аль-Каиды, и где они были убиты? –   подчеркнул он в ходе выступления на Генеральной Ассамблее ООН. – Где в настоящее время находятся лидеры Талибана и сети Хаккани? Откуда и каким образом террористов готовят, снабжают оружием и финансируют в ходе полномасштабной войны?" ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆  T HE CONTENT OF THIS BLOG IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE HARM, but if You have any concerns about the contents of this Blog, contact me by filling out the email form below. Disagreeing with the content of this Blog does not constitute sufficient ground for You to ask me to remove or modify any parts of this Blog. Thank You for visiting my Blog, Ivo R.Toniut   ▂ ▃ ▅ ▆ 

Watchdog reports systematic corruption at the Customs of the Afghan province of Herat

The independent committee to monitor corruption in the western zone on Monday raised concerns over what it called systematic corruption at Herat customs. The watchdog organization accused members of Herat customs of corruption, saying these officials embezzle millions of Afghanis on a regular basis. "Tax fraud going on at customs has fuelled large-scale corruption. There is credible evidence that proves the existence of corruption at Islam Qala and Herat customs. The trend is going on daily," said the organization's chief Khalil Parsa. According to statistics, hundreds of trucks come from Islam Qala and Torghundi ports every day and are processed at Herat customs - where they have to pay their tariffs and other duties. But the organization said in many cases, traders deceive customs officials by overloading their vehicles to escape customs duties. However, a number of Herat customs officials have been handed over to legal and judicial institutions on charges of corrupt