Written question asked by Baroness Kinnock of Holyhead (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Howell of Guildford (Conservative) on Wednesday, 25 January 2012.
Afghanistan
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty’s Government, in the light of the mining symposium they held on 30 June 2011, what assessment they have made of risks surrounding the mining sector in Afghanistan; and what steps are being taken to mitigate any such risks.
- Answer
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At the mining symposium, the Afghan Minister of Mines made a commitment to develop a clear plan to address concerns around security, infrastructure and the legal and tax framework. The Department for International Development is working closely with the Ministry of Mines to strengthen its capacity to accomplish this.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 14693; 734 c227WA
- Session
- 2010-12
- Subjects
- Mining Afghanistan
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