KANDAHAR CITY (Pajhwok): The bidding process and contract signing for two precious stone mines have been suspended in southern Kandahar province due to deteriorated security situation in areas where the riches are situated.
The decision was taken by Governor Dr. Humayun Azizi during a weekly meeting in which government officials and Provincial Council members took part.
At the meeting, Azizi ordered the provincial Mine and Petroleum department to suspend the contract and bidding process of magnetite stone mine in Khakrez district and marble stone deposit in the Shah Walikot district.
The governor believed . . .
