Representatives from Uzbekistan, Turkey, Russia, Iran, and Kazakhstan have expressed their readiness to invest in Afghanistan, as per a statement from Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesperson for the Taliban, conveyed to ToloNews.
The investment focus is expected to be on the mining and energy sectors, with plans to initiate projects, including the construction of hydroelectric power stations, in the year 2024.
Mujahid revealed that extensive efforts were undertaken in 2023 to attract foreign investment, and this momentum is set to continue throughout 2024. While negotiations are currently underway with some companies, there are reports of others that have already commenced their work in the region.
The Ministry of Economy emphasized that numerous countries have expressed interest in investing in Afghanistan, assuring that all necessary support will be provided to facilitate these investments. Beyond the mining and energy sectors, foreign investors are reportedly keen on contributing to various aspects of Afghanistan's development, such as agriculture, trade, energy, railway, and infrastructure projects.
Deputy Minister of Economy Abdul Latif Nazari underscored the widespread interest from both national and international investors in diverse sectors, emphasizing their enthusiasm for participating in Afghanistan's growth and development.
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