Minister of Mines and Petroleum (Afghanistan)

The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is responsible for the management of natural resources in Afghanistan.[1] The Ministry is responsible for developing the national economy and encouraging private sector investment in minerals and hydrocarbon extraction to maximize income and boost national income.[2] As of 31 August 2023, the Minister of Mines and Petroleum is Shahabuddin Dilawar.[3]

Ministry of Mines and Petroleum
Agency overview
JurisdictionAfghanistan
Minister responsible
Websitemomp.gov.af

Projects
Main article: Mes Aynak mine

One of the notable projects under the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is Mes Aynak mine, which is a major copper mine within Afghanistan.[4]

Ministers

References
  1. "An Introduction to the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum | Ministry of Mines".
  2. "Home | Ministry of Mines". momp.gov.af.
  3. "Taliban Sign Multibillion-Dollar Afghan Mining Deals". Voice of America. August 31, 2023.
  4. "Mes Aynak | Ministry of Mines". www.momp.gov.af.
  5. "New Senior officials, Introduced to the Ministry of Mines & Petroleum - Bakhtar News Agency". June 11, 2022.
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