Taliban: Trans-Afghan Railway Agreement Signed with Uzbekistan and Pakistan

Kokcha News: The Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that an agreement for the feasibility study of the Trans-Afghan Railway project was signed between the Ministries of Public Works of Afghanistan, Transport of Uzbekistan, and Railways of Pakistan. The signing ceremony took place with the participation of the foreign ministers of Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Pakistan.

The Trans-Afghan Railway project aims to connect Central Asia with South Asia through Afghanistan, facilitating trade and economic cooperation between the regions. The agreement marks a significant step toward the realization of this ambitious infrastructure project, which has the potential to boost regional connectivity and economic development.

• Feasibility Study: The agreement focuses on conducting a feasibility study for the Trans-Afghan Railway project, which will connect Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
• Regional Cooperation: The project is seen as a key initiative to enhance trade and economic ties between Central Asia and South Asia.
• Taliban’s Role: The Taliban-led government’s involvement in the agreement highlights its efforts to engage in regional infrastructure projects despite ongoing international isolation.

The Trans-Afghan Railway project has been discussed for years as a way to improve regional connectivity and economic integration. The project would provide a crucial transport link for landlocked Central Asian countries, allowing them to access ports in Pakistan and beyond.

The signing of the agreement for the Trans-Afghan Railway project represents a major milestone in regional cooperation, with the potential to transform trade and economic relations between Central Asia and South Asia.