The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum has announced the commencement of the extraction work at the Aynak copper mine in Logar province during a special inauguration ceremony.

Officials from the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum stated that the contract was signed today, Wednesday, July 24th, in Mohammad Agha district, Logar province, in the presence of Taliban officials.

During the inauguration, Hidayatullah Badri, the acting Minister of Mines and Petroleum, described the start of the Aynak copper extraction project as a significant employment opportunity for the country’s citizens.

It is noteworthy that the Aynak copper extraction project, which had been stalled for fifteen years, was officially inaugurated today in Logar province.

The Aynak contract, signed in 2008 with MCC, a Chinese company, was for a 30-year period, but work on the project had not yet commenced.

With the start of the Aynak project, the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum anticipates that approximately 3,000 direct jobs and an additional 10,000 indirect job opportunities will be created.

The implementation of the Aynak project involves significant security measures to ensure the safety of workers and the protection of infrastructure. Given the project’s scale and location, securing the site from potential threats is a priority.

Chinese companies responsible for the project are working closely with local authorities to establish robust security protocols and maintain stable operations. This collaboration is crucial for the successful and uninterrupted development of the mining operations.

Furthermore, the project is expected to bring substantial economic benefits to the region, including infrastructure development and enhanced local business opportunities. The presence of Chinese firms and their investment in the region will likely stimulate further growth and investment in Logar province.