Author: The Afghanistan Post
Bamiyan is hosting an exhibition where female entrepreneurs and artisans from various provinces display their local products near the iconic Buddha statues. Over 180 booths feature handicrafts, dairy products, artworks, and more. Officials emphasized Bamiyan’s support for growing local industries and enabling exports. Organizer Khyber Hiwadmal noted that 80% of the booths are run by women. Participants highlighted the benefits of such exhibitions but also expressed needs like reliable electricity for further development. The exhibition will run for five days, with plans for similar events in other provinces and abroad.
Work on the Mes Aynak Copper mine in Logar has commenced with an inauguration ceremony attended by officials from the Islamic Emirate and China. Taliban Acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum, Hedayatullah Badri, emphasized the contractual obligations of the involved company. Taliban Deputy Prime Minister Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar highlighted the project’s significance for Afghanistan. Chinese Ambassador Zhao Xing noted the expanding economic ties between Kabul and Beijing. The ceremony also addressed the protection of ancient artifacts during excavation, with both Afghan and Chinese officials underscoring the cultural and economic benefits of the project.
Iran has initiated a project to erect a 300-kilometer-long wall along its border with Afghanistan, specifically in Razavi Khorasan province. The wall, designed to stand four meters high, is part of a broader strategy to bolster border security. Ahmad Akbari, commander of the 444th Engineering Group of the Iranian Army Ground Force, detailed that each section of the wall measures four meters in height, 3.7 meters in length, and 1.1 meters in thickness. The project is utilizing all available resources to ensure its completion. In related news, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Energy met with Afghanistan’s acting Foreign Minister in Kabul…
Taliban’s recent decision to cut female teachers’ salaries to 5,000 Afghanis has raised concerns among educators. Teachers fear this drastic reduction will lead to severe economic challenges. Many teachers, who are the sole breadwinners, express their inability to meet basic living expenses. The new policy, effective from Monday, has been communicated via an official letter.
The Taliban have shot a former national security employee named Kamal in the village of Haiderkhel, Ismail Khel District, Khost. Kamal worked in the Paktika Province security directorate and had been detained and released several times by the Taliban before. The Taliban have not commented on this incident.
17 July, marks the 17th death anniversary of Afghanistan’s last king, Mohammad Zahir Shah. Zahir Shah ascended to power at 19 after the assassination of his father, Mohammad Nadir Khan, and ruled for 40 years. His reign saw the establishment of a new constitution, the adoption of a constitutional monarchy, and the freedom of political parties. Political analysts note that Zahir Shah managed to maintain a balance between the East and West, the USA and the USSR, and established strong internal security. However, his cousin, Daoud Khan, ended the monarchy with a coup in 1973. Zahir Shah returned to Afghanistan…
This year, female students were once again not allowed to participate in the Kankor exam, and all the participants were boys. This decision has faced widespread criticism from activists and organizations. Rahimzoy, a resident of Paktia province, achieved the highest score of 395.61 and has been admitted to the Kabul University School of Medicine. He called on the government to reopen schools and universities for their sisters. Rahimzoy added that he worked hard to achieve this position, dedicating time to his studies, meals, and prayers.
Former President Barack Obama has warned that if Donald Trump is allowed to return to the White House and Republicans take control of Congress, Biden’s achievements and everything Democrats stand for will be at risk. Obama called Biden one of the most impactful presidents and praised his role in ending the pandemic, creating millions of jobs, reviving NATO, and mobilizing the world against Russia’s aggression. He described Biden’s decision to step down as difficult but right for America. Obama urged Democratic leaders to ensure a strong nominee emerges for the elections.
Kamala Harris, U.S. Vice President, has officially announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination and to succeed Joe Biden. In a statement released shortly after Biden’s withdrawal announcement, Harris emphasized her commitment to uniting the party and defeating Donald Trump. She praised Biden for his leadership and service, calling his decision a patriotic act. Harris is among the top contenders for the 2024 presidential election.
In a thrilling turn of events, Afghanistan’s cricket team pulled off a surprising victory against Australia, keeping their hopes for the semi-finals in Group 1 alive. With this win, Afghanistan’s fate now hinges on their upcoming match against Bangladesh in the final Super Eights game. The scenario is straightforward: securing any points from the match will guarantee Afghanistan’s spot in the final four. However, a loss to Bangladesh would eliminate them from contention due to the net run rate calculations.