The Minister of Defense, Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, visited the districts of Zebak, Eshkashem, Kuran Wa Munjan, Topkhana, Wakhan, and Pamir area in Badakhshan Province, during his visit to the country’s northeastern border.
As part of the visit, he also toured several of Afghanistan’s strategic border areas with China, Tajikistan, and the Durand Line.
During the tour, the Minister of Defense reviewed the operational readiness and performance of the border forces, expressed appreciation for their efforts and sacrifices.
He emphasized that safeguarding Afghanistan’s territorial integrity, national sovereignty, and the protection of the country’s borders is a shared responsibility of all security and defense forces.
Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid also stated that further efforts will be made to enhance the capabilities of the border forces, strengthen the necessary coordination, and provide the required facilities and support.