Politics and Governance
Further information: Politics of Afghanistan and List of governors of NimrozThe current governor is Abdul Karim Barahawi. The borders with neighboring Iran and Pakistan are monitored by the Afghan Border Police (ABP). All law enforcement activities throughout the province are handled by the Afghan National Police (ANP). A provincial Police Chief is assigned to lead both the ANP and the ABP. The Police Chief represents the Ministry of the Interior in Kabull. The ANP is backed by the military, including the NATO-led forces.
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