The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is responsible for the management of
natural resources in Afghanistan. The Ministry is responsible for developing the
national economy
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and encouraging
private sector
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investment in minerals and hydrocarbon extraction to maximize income and boost national income. As of 31 August 2023, the Minister of Mines and Petroleum is
Shahabuddin Dilawar.
Projects
One of the notable projects under the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is
Mes Aynak mine, which is a major copper mine within Afghanistan.
Ministers
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Shahabuddin Dilawar
References
{{Cabinet of Afghanistan
Government ministries of Afghanistan
Mining in Afghanistan
Energy in Afghanistan