Taliban Leader Debars Government Officials from Public Tenders as Bidders

In a recent decree, Taliban supreme leader Maulvi Haibatullah Akhunzada has issued a ban on government officials from participating in public tenders as bidders. The new rule applies to all procurement of goods, services, building materials, mining, and other contracts in Afghanistan.

The Office of Administrative Affairs confirmed the ban through its Twitter page, stating that government officials could not participate in tenders to secure procurement and other contracts. The decree is said to have been issued to ensure transparency and to prevent corruption in government procurement processes.

This move is part of the Taliban’s efforts to establish a new government in Afghanistan and improve the country’s economic and political situation. The Taliban’s leadership has stated that it intends to combat corruption and promote good governance in Afghanistan. This latest decree is seen as a step towards fulfilling this promise.

The ban on government officials participating in public tenders as bidders is likely to have a significant impact on the procurement process in Afghanistan. It will create opportunities for private sector companies to bid for government contracts, which could lead to increased competition and better quality services. It could also help to reduce corruption in government procurement, which has been a significant problem in Afghanistan for many years.