RASC News Agency: Shahabuddin Delawar, the Minister of Mines and Petroleum for the Taliban, recently expressed the group’s desire for foreign countries to invest in Afghanistan’s mining sector. This demand was raised during a meeting with the head of a Turkish marble company and the head of Anatolian Ulema, as reported by Afghanistan Radio and Television on December 9th, which is under the management of the Taliban. Delawar emphasized that the current conditions for investment in Afghanistan are more favorable than ever before under the group’s rule, encouraging foreign countries to explore opportunities in the mining sector.
Despite the Taliban’s strict policies and lack of recognition from any country, Turkish businessmen have shown interest in investing in Afghanistan’s marble production, according to the media report. It is worth noting that since regaining control of the country, the Taliban has been actively signing large mining contracts with foreign companies, including Chinese firms, worth billions of Kabuli rupees, the current Afghanistan currency. The group sees mining as a potential solution to the severe economic challenges faced by Afghanistan under their control.
Furthermore, it is important to highlight that the Taliban group has faced criticism for their treatment of Afghanistani citizens, which has led to their lack of recognition by any country. However, they remain focused on mining as a means to address the economic difficulties in the country. Additionally, it has been reported that the Taliban group has already sold over two million dollars’ worth of emeralds from Panjshir province, showcasing their involvement in the mining industry.
