10 April 2017

News Story: Ghani Winds Up Successful Three Nation Asia-Pacific Tour

By Karim Amini

President Ashraf Ghani is expected back in Kabul Friday after a successful week-long, three-nation Asia-Pacific tour that took in Australia, Indonesia and Singapore.

According to the presidential palace, Ghani met with high-ranking officials in the three countries as well as businessmen, religious scholars and officials from development agencies.

He signed a number of agreements in different areas – especially regarding the fight against terrorism, mining, water management and economic development.

“We (Afghanistan) have signed bilateral agreements with Indonesia. In addition to this, we signed agreements with Australia in the sectors of mining, agriculture and investment with Australian business people - including an agreement to the value of $320 million Australian dollars ($240 million USD).

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