Commencement of the Revenue Collection Process of Government Departments

Holding a Meeting with the Officials of Electronic Money Institutions

Meeting Held under the Leadership of Da Afghanistan Bank to Expand Electronic Payments and Digitize Revenue Collection On 21 Rajab al-Murajjab 1447, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Sediqullah Khalid, First Deputy of Da Afghanistan Bank, with the Union and Electronic Money Institutions of Afghanistan. The meeting focused on the implementation of the High Decree of His Excellency the Amir al-Mu’minin regarding revenue collection through banking systems, as well as the general strategy approved by the Honorable Office of the Prime Minister. During the session, participants discussed the responsibilities of relevant departments within the framework of the general strategy for developing electronic payments and the role of electronic money institutions. Topics included electronic revenue collection, transitioning from cash to digital transactions, and related opportunities, challenges, and solutions. Mr. Sediqullah Khalid emphasized that Da Afghanistan Bank, through continuous efforts, has obtained approval for the general strategy for developing electronic payments from the Honorable Office of the Prime Minister. He added that this strategy not only facilitates the modernization of the financial system, transparency, and accountability but also enables the delivery of fast and modern financial services to remote areas of the country that lack access to banking branches. He further noted that implementing this strategy is not the responsibility of a single institution but a national responsibility. Therefore, all relevant departments, particularly electronic money institutions, must play their role, establish an effective presence in the market, and provide better services to fellow citizens. Mr. Khalid also stated that digitalization transforms Afghanistan into a modern, civilized, and financially stable country, allowing it to compete with global economies. Representatives of the Electronic Money Institutions Union considered the development and approval of this strategy a major achievement and praised the efforts of Da Afghanistan Bank and the commitment of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan in this regard. They also shared their challenges and proposals with Da Afghanistan Bank, which assured full cooperation in the relevant areas. It is noteworthy that, based on this strategy, an action plan has been prepared, and effective and practical steps will soon be taken in coordination with the relevant departments and electronic money institutions. Additionally, Mr. Fida Mohammad Faizan, Director General of the Office of the Presidency, highlighted the importance of public awareness in implementing the general strategy for expanding electronic payments. He emphasized that relevant institutions should carry out public awareness programs on this matter. Da Afghanistan Bank remains committed to providing public access to financial services across the country, ensuring that citizens benefit from formal financial and banking services.