Published: Jul 25, 2024, 05:50 IST | Updated: Jul 25, 2024, 05:50 IST
#Gravitas | Chinese engineers and the Taliban government commenced a groundbreaking project to mine the world's second-largest copper deposit in Afghanistan after a 16-year delay marked by war. This mining project is more than just an economic endeavor. It’s a complex tapestry of historical preservation, geopolitical strategy and the quest for natural resources and influence.