The Taliban Ministry of Mines and Petroleum announced a fourteen-day workshop in China to enhance the management of Afghanistan's natural resources, Atlas Press reports. The program, titled "Conservation, Care, and Strengthening Management of Afghanistan's Natural Resources and Mines," is designed to improve the skills of Afghan officials in this sector.
The ministry dispatched 22 employees to China for this training. The workshop will feature both practical and theoretical sessions, led by Chinese professors and experts, tailored specifically for the managers and engineers of the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum.
The workshop's main objective is to increase the knowledge and awareness of Afghan staff regarding the management and conservation of the country's mines and natural resources. It will cover various aspects, including laboratory work, research, and exploration techniques.
Following the Taliban's rise to power, China has substantially invested in Afghanistan's mining industry, securing numerous projects. Before, Daryo reported on three crucial meetings between Taliban officials and Chinese representatives about the Mes Aynak copper mine. These discussions included key Taliban ministers and representatives from the Metallurgical Corporation of China, focusing on constructing a thermal power plant with capacities ranging from 370 MW to 400 MW to support mining activities.
Located approximately 40 kilometres southeast of Kabul in Logar province, Mes Aynak is one of the world's largest untapped copper deposits, valued at a minimum of $50bn. Besides its economic potential, Mes Aynak holds archaeological significance as it includes an ancient Buddhist city that was part of the Silk Road.
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