Abas Basir (Dari: عباس بصیر; born 1968) is an Afghan academic and politician who served as the Minister of Higher Education from 14 September 2020 to 15 August 2021.

He has served as Director General of South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP) who was nominated by the Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for a term of three years, from August 2018 to September 2020.

SACEP is an Inter-governmental organization, established in 1982 by the Governments of South Asia to promote and support protection, management and enhancement of the environment in the region.

Abas Basir has served as Director General of South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP) who was nominated by the Government of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan for a term of three years.

During the period of serving as the Director General of the organization, the partnership between The World Bank and Parley for the Oceans is historically remarkable.

Abas Basir also held various significant other posts, he served as a senior advisor to the Afghan President and was a Lecturer in environment and water management studies in Afghanistan at a variety of universities, teaching both at Masters and Undergraduate levels.

As a highly pragmatic individual with the ability to take initiatives in resolving problems, he balances professional and personal development through reflective practice.

During this time and before, he had also experienced working with civil society organizations particularly those involved in environment protection activities.