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<p>The UK aims to reduce Afghanistan’s dependence on aid and help make it a more prosperous
safe and stable country.</p><p>The UK supports the extractives sector to accelerate
economic development and revenue generation. Through the £10.3m Extractive Sector
Support Programme, the UK has recommended revisions to the Minerals Law and provided
support for the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum to incorporate amendments.</p><p>The
Mining Advisory Council is currently reviewing the amendments. Following this review,
the amendments will go to the Ministry of Justice, the Council of Ministers, Parliament
and finally the President for enactment. The UK remains committed to working closely
with the Government and other stakeholders in support of this process.</p>
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