Chinese engineers and Taliban government commence copper mining at Afghanistan's Mes Aynak site, after a 16-year delay.

Chinese engineers and Taliban government begin mining copper ore in Afghanistan's Mes Aynak site, the world's second-largest deposit, after a 16-year delay due to conflict. China's $3bn deal for mining rights was signed in 2008. The project is expected to create 3,000 direct jobs and 10,000 indirect jobs, while also providing economic benefits for the region.

July 24, 2024
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