Inter-Ministerial Investment Committee
Introduction:
The Inter-Ministerial Investment Committee was established under the auspices of the Deputy PM for Economic Affairs Office of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, based on Resolution No. 2 of the Economic Commission for the year 1445 Hijri. The committee was formed to facilitate, coordinate, and monitor investment affairs, and it includes 20 ministries and governmental agencies as permanent members.
Objectives of the Inter-Ministerial Investment Committee:
- To attract and facilitate both domestic and foreign investment;
- To process domestic and foreign investment proposals under a unified framework;
- To create a favorable environment for investment in the country;
- To provide the grounds for effective management of investment affairs;
- To ensure speed, transparency, and effective administration in investment procedures;
- To foster strong coordination between governmental entities and the private sector;
- To provide investors with necessary and accurate information regarding investment projects in Afghanistan.
Activities and Achievements:
So far, the Inter-Ministerial Investment Committee has successfully attracted investment worth billions of Afghanis in the energy, construction, agriculture, and transportation sectors, with projects currently under implementation. As a result, hundreds of Afghan citizens have been provided with both direct and indirect employment opportunities.
Additionally, investment project proposals in key infrastructure sectors—including electricity generation, construction, agriculture, industry, information technology, health, petroleum products, and transportation—are currently under review and processing, with official procedures expected to be finalized in the near future.