KABUL (Pajhwok): Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has asked traders to import quality oil and gas to protect the environment and public health.
The deputy prime minister issued the call at a meeting with representatives from ministries, departments and businessmen on the situation of oil and gas and addressing current problems on Wednesday.
According to a statement from his office, Baradar acknowledged the significant contribution of businessmen to the country’s economic progress.
He emphasised on the need for their continued support for economic development and urged them to maintain honesty in all their endeavors.
The deputy premier said: “I want all businessmen to be honest in their work and import quality oil and gas in addition to other goods to protect the environment and public health.”
Meanwhile, oil and gas importers expressed their gratitude to the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) for creating a secure business environment and offering comprehensive support.
They shared their concerns on issues related to quality control, taxation, company usernames, domestic oil refineries and customs.
The traders requested fair treatment for all in the oil and gas import sector, particularly when the fuel quality is slightly below established standards. They believed that this approach would not only lead to increased oil and gas imports but also prevent harm to traders.
Baradar assured them of all possible support and instructed the relevant ministries and agencies to collaborate with them at finding suitable solutions.
Recently, hundreds of tankers of low-quality oil and gas have been sent back to exporting countries.
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