Afghanistan's mining and energy sectors have seen significant attention and investment in recent years, as the country seeks to develop its substantial natural resources. The legal and regulatory framework governing these sectors continues to evolve, with key elements including:

 

Licensing and Permitting

• Advise on the licensing and permitting requirements for exploration, extraction, and processing of minerals, oil, gas, and renewable energy resources

• Prepare and submit applications for mining concessions, exploration licenses, production-sharing contracts, and other relevant permits

• Negotiation of the terms of licenses and contracts with government authorities

 

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure clients' operations and activities comply with the Mining Law, Hydrocarbons Law, and other relevant regulations

• Provide guidance on environmental and social impact assessments, workplace safety standards, and community engagement requirements

• Represent clients in interactions with regulatory bodies, such as the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum and its affiliated agencies.

• Draft and negotiate upstream, midstream, and downstream contracts, including joint venture agreements, production-sharing contracts, and offtake agreements

• Advise on the commercial terms, risk allocation, and dispute resolution mechanisms in these contracts

• Represent clients in contract renegotiations or

 

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

• Represent clients in disputes with the government, local communities, or other stakeholders, including mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings

• Advise on the application of investment protection treaties and the enforcement of contractual rights

• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments and advising clients on the implications for their operations