Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Acting Minister of Interior, announced at a recent ceremony that the police force has expanded to 230,000 personnel. He highlighted the importance of coordination among security institutions as a key indicator of national security.
National Structure of the Police
Kabul 24: Haqqani emphasized that the police structure represents all ethnic groups in Afghanistan. He stated, “The police structure of the Ministry of Interior is a national structure composed of all brotherly ethnic groups of Afghanistan.”
Security Responsibilities and Weapon Permits
The acting minister asserted that the Islamic Emirate’s forces are tasked with national security, stressing that unauthorized individuals are prohibited from carrying weapons. Legal actions will be enforced against those without permits.
Importance of Training and Professionalism
Military affairs expert Mohammad Mateen Mohammadi remarked that the effectiveness of security forces relies more on training and professionalism than sheer numbers.
Indicators of Security
Haqqani pointed to significant projects like TAPI, CASA-1000, and mining initiatives as signs of improved security in Afghanistan, reinforcing the government’s commitment to stability and development
