Tehran- IRAF- the Office of the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of Afghanistan reported a meeting and discussions between ministry officials and a delegation from the German company Green International.
The meeting, aimed at exploring opportunities for cooperation and investment in Afghanistan’s mineral resources, saw both sides exchange views on the capacities and prospects of various mining sectors in the country.
The head of the German company met with Meraj Mohammad Meraj, Director General of the Ministry’s office, and expressed readiness to invest in Afghanistan. He emphasized activities in oil and gas extraction, solid minerals, and metallic mining.
Referring to the company’s experience and capabilities, he stated that the main goal of the delegation was to attract reputable international investors and foreign companies to participate in Afghanistan’s mining projects.
Ministry Welcomes Cooperation with Foreign Companies
The Director General of the Ministry’s office welcomed the proposals and described Afghanistan as a country rich in mineral resources.
Meraj emphasized the Ministry’s open-door policy, stating, “The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum welcomes investment from all countries in the mining sector and will provide the necessary facilities.”
Officials from the Taliban-run ministry provided the German delegation with detailed information about the processes and steps for investing in Afghanistan’s mineral resources.
The Taliban described this initiative as a practical step toward transparency and attracting more foreign investors.
Meanwhile, in continuation of diplomatic efforts to attract foreign investment, Taliban officials also met with representatives from Iran’s Ministry of Petroleum and expressed full readiness to strengthen trade relations and attract Iranian investment in oil, gas, and energy infrastructure projects.
Afghanistan’s Oil Resources
The Qashqari Oil Field in northern Afghanistan, consisting of the Aqdarya, Qashqari, and Angut regions, covers a total area of 1,723 square kilometers.
Since the Taliban’s return to power, the oil extraction contract for Qashqari has been signed with China National Petroleum Corporation.
The northern provinces of Sar-e-Pol, Faryab, and Jozjan hold approximately 120 million tons of the country’s oil reserves.
