INTERNATIONAL — March 24, 2026

Afghanistan's Deputy Water and Energy Minister Attends Tashkent International Water Week Forum

Afghanistan's Deputy Minister of Water and Energy, Mujib al-Rahman Omar Akhundzada, is attending the International Water Week Forum in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to discuss sustainable water management and regional cooperation. The participation aims to share Afghanistan's water sector updates and foster joint projects amid climate challenges.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Bakhtar News — corroborated by RTA2 min read

Afghanistan's Deputy Water and Energy Minister Attends Tashkent International Water Week Forum
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Mujib al-Rahman Omar Akhundzada, Afghanistan's deputy minister of water and energy, has traveled to Uzbekistan to participate in the International Water Week Forum in Tashkent.

A press release from Afghanistan's Ministry of Water and Energy described the trip as an important step toward strengthening water management coordination and joint cooperation at regional and global levels. The forum gathers high-ranking officials, technical experts and water sector institutions from various countries.

Discussions at the event focus on sustainable use of water resources, the impacts of climate change and equitable water distribution. Akhundzada is set to share updates on the status of Afghanistan's water sector, its achievements and future programs with international participants.

The deputy minister is also expected to hold meetings and sessions aimed at developing regional cooperation, launching joint projects and exchanging technical experiences. Officials anticipate the visit will enhance Afghanistan's presence in the international water sector and promote positive interactions with neighboring countries toward sustainable development.

Read the original reporting at Bakhtar News

Reliability assessment

Corroborated by two outlets (Bakhtar News, RTA) reporting on a press release from Afghanistan's Ministry of Water and Energy, with direct attribution to named Deputy Minister Mujib al-Rahman Omar Akhundzada attending the forum.

The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Bakhtar News: "important step in strengthening" (mild positive advocacy framing the trip's significance); "effective step towards positive interaction" (opinionated endorsement of benefits with emotional uplift); "strengthens Afghanistan's presence" (advocacy phrasing promoting national gains).

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