A Brief Overview of the Efforts of the Islamic Emirate in the Energy, Water Management, Infrastructure, and Transport Sectors

The sectors of energy, water management, infrastructure, and transport have the potential to significantly expand the country’s industry, agriculture, and trade. Recognizing this importance, the Islamic Emirate has prioritized these sectors. During the current Solar year )1403(, the Islamic Emirate has launched several projects in the energy sector, particularly focusing on solar energy and electricity generation from gas.

Energy production is essential for Afghanistan, as the country is dependent on other nations for energy. Through these projects, the Islamic Emirate aims to meet domestic energy needs and accelerate economic growth.

Energy Sector Projects Launched in the Solar Year 1403:

Water management and the provision of water for agricultural lands are among the Islamic Emirate’s top priorities, and substantial steps have been taken in this regard. The Islamic Emirate has assessed major and medium-sized dams nationwide that had either been incomplete or had yet to be started.

Comprehensive work plans have been developed to complete these dams, and during this solar year, work on the Pashdan Dam in Herat, the Palatuni Dam in Paktika, and the Agha Jan Dam in Uruzgan was initiated. Additionally, the Omari Dam in Zabul was inaugurated for use.

Water Management Sector Projects Launched in the Solar Year 1403:

Infrastructure is a vital element for Afghanistan’s economic growth and development. The Islamic Emirate has accelerated efforts to invest in infrastructure, creating a favorable environment for domestic and foreign investment by formulating laws and procedures, reducing taxes, enhancing cooperation with the private sector, and ensuring comprehensive security.

The Islamic Emirate has reviewed existing infrastructure and begun practical work on new projects, creating an unprecedentedly favorable environment for investment in this area.

Infrastructure Sector Projects Launched in the Solar Year 1403:

The transport sector plays a crucial role as a foundational sector in the country’s economic growth and can significantly advance this area. With this perspective, the Islamic Emirate has made the transport sector one of its priorities.

Key objectives include providing effective, safe, and standard transportation services, strengthening transportation links with neighboring and regional countries, establishing transparent and accountable systems, enabling private investment, expanding public transport infrastructure, and creating conditions for fundamental reforms in this sector’s administrative structure.

Transport Sector Projects Launched in the Solar Year 1403:

With the completion of these projects, Afghanistan will experience progress in areas like energy, agriculture, trade, industry, and similar sectors. Additionally, during the project implementation and after the completion of these projects, direct and indirect employment opportunities will be created for tens of thousands of citizens.