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Afghans Criticize Candidates ‘Unrealistic Campaign Promises’
Afghan citizens believe that the presidential candidates are promising non-practical commitments during the campaign period in order to attract the attention of voters.
During the 60 days of campaign period, candidates traveled to provinces across the country where they held gatherings and described their programs for the future of the country.
However, residents of different provinces emphasize that the candidates are trying to deceive people by giving non-practical promises.
“They should fulfill what they promise,” said Sayed Mumtaz, a resident of Kabul.
“The candidates are giving big promises during the campaign but when they got the power they hide themselves behind T-walls,” said Anas, another resident of the capital Kabul.
Afghans prioritizes peace and stability in the country than any other challenges in the war-warring country.
“We witnessed they failed to fulfill those commitments they made in 2014 but we hope they take practical steps this time,” said Ramesh, a resident of southern Kandahar province.
“They promised to inaugurate several projects in Paktia but none of them were completed during the last five years. I hope they take practical steps not just words,” said Jamil Rahman, a resident of Paktia.
Hasibullah, a resident of Balkh province said that he will use from his only vote for a candidate who can fulfill his promises.
The Afghan presidential election is set to be held on September 28.
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Malaysia vows to share its experiences on cyber security with IEA
Acting Minister of Interior Affairs Sirajuddin Haqqani has said in a meeting with a delegation from Malaysia in Kabul that Malaysia is an advanced country and that Afghanistan should use is experiences.
According to a statement released by the Interior Ministry, Haqqani, in the meeting on Thursday, emphasized that security is ensured in Afghanistan and unity among Afghans has been restored.
He stated that the Islamic Emirate wants to have close relations and engagement with the world, especially Islamic countries.
The Malaysian delegation consists of representatives of the Ministries of Interior and Defense, and advisers of the Prime Minister’s Office.
According to the statement, a member of the delegation provided information about Malaysia’s capabilities in cyber security and tackling cyber crime, and said that Malaysia will share its experiences in this field with the Islamic Emirate.
In the meeting, the two sides also discussed the fight against drugs, police training, bilateral cooperation and exchange of experiences between Malaysia and Afghanistan.
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Girls’ education is a ‘vital issue’ for Afghanistan: Karzai
Former president Hamid Karzai said in a meeting with Iran’s ambassador and special representative, Hassan Kazemi Qomi, that education of girls was a “vital issue” for Afghanistan.
Karzai said he appreciated Iran’s cooperation and its standing with the Afghan people, especially Iran’s contributions to education in Afghanistan.
During the meeting, Karzai said peace and stability in the region are in the interest of all regional countries.
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Uzbekistan’s humanitarian aid arrives in Balkh
A shipment of humanitarian aid from Uzbekistan was handed over on Thursday to the local officials of Balkh province in the trade port of Hairatan.
Local authorities said the aid, which includes flour, oil, wheat, sugar and meat, has been handed over by Uzbekistan’s Surkhandarya governor to the governor of Balkh.
The governor of Surkhandarya stated the purpose of sending this aid was to support the people of Afghanistan and stressed the need for the development of good relations between the two countries.
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