Interior and Labor Ministers Discuss Domestic and International Job Opportunities

Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani and Labor and Social Affairs Minister Mullah Abdul Manan Omari convened to discuss employment initiatives and labor coordination. The meeting focused on developing strategies to create job opportunities both domestically and internationally, with particular attention to the management of Afghan workers abroad.

Ministry of Interior spokesperson Mufti Abdul Matin Qane stated that the discussions emphasized the need for enhanced coordination between the two ministries. Officials reviewed current procedures to facilitate the deployment of Afghan citizens to overseas labor markets, while also addressing mechanisms for the organized return of workers. The conversation centered on streamlining administrative processes to ensure that employment programs operate efficiently and meet the needs of citizens seeking work.

According to Qane, the ministers agreed that closer collaboration is necessary to support labor migration and expand domestic employment sectors. The meeting outlined steps to improve communication channels between government departments responsible for workforce management and border administration. Officials indicated that the coordination framework established during the session will guide future efforts to manage labor deployment and support returning nationals.

Both ministries plan to maintain ongoing consultations as part of broader employment initiatives. The discussions are expected to inform upcoming policy measures aimed at stabilizing the labor market and providing structured pathways for Afghan workers seeking opportunities at home and abroad.