Representatives from Afghanistan's state power company, Da Afghanistan eshna Sherkat (DABS), and Iran's Tavanir company have met to finalize a five-year cooperation agreement on energy and electricity.
The Taliban-controlled Bakhtar News Agency reported on Thursday, October 8, that a technical meeting was held to review the content of the agreement, conduct technical assessments, and finalize the terms of joint cooperation in the power sector.
According to the report, the two sides discussed completing technical studies and investment in Afghanistan's electricity sector. Afghanistan heavily relies on electricity imports from its neighbors, including Iran, to meet its domestic needs.
Other key aspects of the agreement include manufacturing electrical equipment within Afghanistan and joint cooperation on technical matters and capacity building for DABS employees. This collaboration could help reduce Afghanistan's long-term dependence on imports.
These talks are taking place as Afghanistan faces chronic power shortages, with imported electricity playing a vital role in supplying energy to the capital and other major cities.
The report added that the final text of the cooperation agreement and a five-year power purchase contract are expected to be signed by the two parties in the near future. This agreement could help secure Afghanistan's energy supply for the next five years.
Source: Bakhtar News Agency
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