Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban’s Deputy Economic Prime Minister, highlighted Afghanistan’s heavy dependence on imported electricity, which results in significant financial costs and a substantial outflow of currency from the country. Speaking at the inauguration of a 10-megawatt solar power project in Laghman province on Thursday, May 22, 2025, he emphasized the economic burden this reliance places on Afghanistan. Baradar underscored the need for sustainable solutions to address the country’s energy challenges.
During his speech, Baradar stressed that electricity generation projects, such as the newly launched solar initiative, could gradually lead Afghanistan toward self-sufficiency in the energy sector. He urged investors to seize opportunities in various sectors, particularly electricity, under the Taliban administration. Baradar claimed that the Taliban have provided extensive facilities to support such investments and assured full cooperation to ensure their success.
Despite these efforts, a large portion of Afghanistan’s electricity supply continues to be imported, straining the country’s resources. Over the past three years, the Taliban have not taken any practical steps to activate Afghanistan’s power dams, which could help address the energy deficit. This lack of progress underscores the challenges the Taliban face in developing the country’s domestic energy infrastructure.
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