DABS Executive Director Holds Online Meeting with Tajik Energy Minister on CASA-1000 Progress
KABUL (Afghan Verified) -- Mullah Abdul Haq Hamkar, Executive Director General of Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS), held an online meeting with Dilair Juma, Tajikistan's Minister of Energy, to discuss the progress and challenges of the CASA-1000 project.
DABS issued a press release detailing the dialogue between the two officials. The discussions centered on the current status of the project and the obstacles impeding its advancement.
Hamkar stated that efforts to resolve problems with contracting companies have gained more momentum. He emphasized accelerated actions being taken to address these issues with contractors.
For his part, Juma affirmed Tajikistan's support for technical coordination and joint efforts to speed up the implementation of the CASA-1000 project. The minister highlighted the strategic importance of the initiative for regional energy cooperation.
The meeting reflects ongoing collaboration between Afghan and Tajik energy authorities on the CASA-1000 project, which involves cross-border electricity transmission. Both sides expressed commitment to overcoming challenges and expediting progress.
No specific timelines or further details on resolutions were provided in the press release.
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