Afghanistan Extends Electricity Import Contract with Iran for 2026

DID Press: Afghanistan’s national electricity company, (DABS), confirmed the extension of its electricity import contract with the Islamic Republic of Iran for 2026.

The renewal was finalized during a visit by Mullah Abdul Haq Hamkar, Director General of DABS, to Tehran. In bilateral meetings with Iranian officials, Hamkar discussed not only the contract extension but also plans for developing cross-border transmission infrastructure and expanding technical and engineering cooperation between the two countries.

DABS emphasized that continued electricity imports from Iran will play a key role in meeting Afghanistan’s electricity needs and ensuring a stable energy supply throughout the year.