Afghanistan Advances in Building the Qosh Tepa Canal, An Ambitious Project in the Desert Aiming to Transform 550,000 Hectares Into Arable Land

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Published on 31/05/2024 at 09:59

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Afghanistan, Known for Conflicts and Poverty, Is Carrying Out an Ambitious Project: The Qosh Tepa Canal. The Construction, Aiming to Transform Desert Areas into Fertile Lands, Faces Technical and Financial Challenges. However, Progress Continues with the Second Phase Underway Since February 2024.

Afghanistan, Despite Its Historical Challenges, Is Undertaking One of the Largest Water Projects in Asia: The Qosh Tepa Canal. Located in the North of the Country, Between the Provinces of Balkh and Faryab, the Canal Aims to Transform 550,000 Hectares of Desert into Fertile Land. The Construction, Which Began in 2018, Entered Its Second Phase in February 2024.

The Qosh Tepa Canal Captures Water from the Amu Darya River, Diverting Approximately 20% of Its Annual Flow, Equivalent to 10 Billion Cubic Meters of Water. The Canal Is 100 Meters Wide, Up to 8.5 Meters Deep, and Will Extend for 285 Kilometers. In the Second Phase, an Additional 177 Kilometers Will Be Excavated.

Historically, the First Ideas for the Canal Emerged in the 1970s, but Conflicts and Political Changes Delayed the Project in Afghanistan

In 2018, AECOM Completed the Feasibility Studies. Even After the Withdrawal of US Troops and the Taliban Regaining Control in 2021, the Afghan Government Decided to Continue with the Project Using Local Resources.

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So Far, the First Phase of the Project Was Completed in November 2023, with 108 Kilometers Excavated and 14 Hydraulic Gates Built for Flood Prevention

The Second Phase, Started in February 2024, Involves Excavating an Additional 177 Kilometers, with Completion Expected by February 2025. The Final Phase Will Include the Distribution of Sub-Canals to Agricultural Lands, with Total Completion Expected by 2028.

Despite the Progress, the Project Faces Criticism and Environmental Concerns, Especially from Neighboring Countries Like Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. In November 2023, a Break in the Canal Caused a Major Water Spill, Raising Questions About the Project’s Safety.

The Qosh Tepa Canal Promises Great Economic Benefits

It Is Estimated That It Will Create 250,000 Jobs in Northern Afghanistan and Help Combat the High Unemployment Rate, Which Reached 15.4% in 2023. Additionally, the Increase in Agricultural Production May Make Food More Accessible to the Population.

The Project Is a Hope for Afghanistan to Achieve Food Self-Sufficiency and Improve the Quality of Life of Its Population. The International Community Is Closely Monitoring Developments, Hoping That the Country Can Overcome Challenges and Complete This Ambitious Endeavor.

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Flávio Mendes

#10704

02/06/2024 18:52

Infelizmente o povo afegão vai sofrer por muito tempo ainda! Culpa dos governantes que não querem um país melhor para todos! É lamentável ter que dizer isso, mas é a mais pura verdade!

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yosafi moacir figueiredo

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02/06/2024 09:23

isso é para o bem da humanidade. produzir alimentos é questão de nobreza. Deixe os invejosos se rasgarem e sigam a frente. lechai!

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AlcimarMarques

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01/06/2024 21:28

Em quanto muitos falam o calado vai trabalhando e conquistando seu ideal.

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Afghanistan Advances in Building the Qosh Tepa Canal, An Ambitious Project in the Desert Aiming to Transform 550,000 Hectares Into Arable Land

Afghanistan, Known for Conflicts and Poverty, Is Carrying Out an Ambitious Project: The Qosh Tepa Canal. The Construction, Aiming to Transform Desert Areas into Fertile Lands, Faces Technical and Financial Challenges. However, Progress Continues with the Second Phase Underway Since February 2024.

Historically, the First Ideas for the Canal Emerged in the 1970s, but Conflicts and Political Changes Delayed the Project in Afghanistan

So Far, the First Phase of the Project Was Completed in November 2023, with 108 Kilometers Excavated and 14 Hydraulic Gates Built for Flood Prevention

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Afghanistan, Known for Conflicts and Poverty, Is Carrying Out an Ambitious Project: The Qosh Tepa Canal. The Construction, Aiming to Transform Desert Areas into Fertile Lands, Faces Technical and Financial Challenges. However, Progress Continues with the Second Phase Underway Since February 2024.

Historically, the First Ideas for the Canal Emerged in the 1970s, but Conflicts and Political Changes Delayed the Project in Afghanistan

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With 7.4 trillion tons of artificial snow pumped in 10 years, an extreme operation could stabilize the West Antarctic ice sheet and prevent a sea level rise of more than 3 meters, but it would require snow cannons, ocean water, and energy on an almost industrial scale at the end of the world.

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