The Taliban have approved a five-year National Development Strategy that outlines priorities in governance, security and economic growth, spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said Monday.

Mujahid said the strategy brings together all Taliban-run agencies’ resources and programmes under a single framework. It is divided into three broad areas — governance and international relations, security and public order, and economic and social development.

The plan identifies 10 key sectors: economy and agriculture; natural resources and energy; housing and social affairs; transport and communications; religious and modern education; culture; health; social protection; and environmental conservation.

According to Mujahid, 15 programmes have been designated as top priorities. He said the strategy is intended to improve coordination among government agencies, reduce unemployment and promote balanced development.

He described the plan as “comprehensive, unified and long-term,” adding that all ministries and departments are required to align their activities with it. The Taliban believe implementation will allow citizens to “witness improvements and balanced growth” across sectors, Mujahid said.