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Jun242021 by Seddiq RasuliNo Comments
Lapis Lazuli: An opportunity to strengthen economic cooperation

Lapis Lazuli: An opportunity to strengthen economic cooperation

Business
Geopolitically and geo-economically, Afghanistan is located in a subtle part of the globe connecting Central Asia to South Asia and to the Middle East. The exceptional location, widely famous as the Heart of Asia provides important economic opportunities for the growth of trade and transit, connection of markets, interactions among large cities, and for the socio-economic development of the region. In recent years, Afghanistan has sought a strategic approach to fulfilling its geopolitical and geo-economic role through creation of mutual interest and regional connectivity. It is expected that this approach will not only strengthen the mutual dependency in the region, but also help in building trust among regional countries and in the long run be effective in solving the political and sec...
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May182021 by The Kabul PostNo Comments
Peaceful Afghanistan to connect South and Central Asia

Peaceful Afghanistan to connect South and Central Asia

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Over the past forty years of conflicts, Afghanistan’s potential as a contributor to development and prosperity in Asia has gone unrealized. If it were a stable neighbor, as the current Afghan peace process is meant to make it, Afghanistan could harness its potential as the “heart of Asia” and connect the South and Central Asian regions. The five Central Asian countries have been isolated to the south by war-torn Afghanistan, to the east by rough terrain with nearly impassable mountains, and to the west by Iran, making engagement with South Asia both implausible and difficult. And though connecting the slot regions completely would be a lengthy process requiring the expansion and improvement of infrastructure across Afghanistan, achieving it would unlock opportunities for all: for Afghan...
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Aug222020 by Ahmad Naveed NoormalNo Comments
Importance of safeguarding institutions in the Afghan Peace Process

Importance of safeguarding institutions in the Afghan Peace Process

Politics
Talks between the government of Afghanistan and the Taliban were due in March 2020, a month after the US signed a deal with the Taliban to end the United States’ longest war. Though this process is yet to begin, several events have transpired during the past few months, paving the way for direct talks between the government of Afghanistan and the Taliban. The latest took place this month at a grand assembly https://ikasma3bdg.com/ called "Loya Jirga" convened in Kabul to recommend the release of 400 Taliban prisoners – all of whom had committed major atrocities. The difficult decision taken by the Loya Jirga and the government of Afghanistan to release the prisoners was highly appreciated by Afghanistan's international partners and NATO allies who are renewing their commitment for a unifie...
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Mar202019 by The Kabul PostNo Comments
Privatisation of War is a big No for Afghanistan says Afghan Diplomat Naveed Noormal

Privatisation of War is a big No for Afghanistan says Afghan Diplomat Naveed Noormal

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An Interview with Afghan Diplomat Naveed Noormal about Erik Prince's Proposal for Privatisation of War in Afghanistan, after his counter with Erik on the Head to Head Talk show in Oxford Interviewer: Mariam Amini Why does Afghanistan's firmly reject the plan that Erik Prince is proposing to the Trump administration? The plan is not only rejected by Afghanistan, but slot tergacor hari ini also many international partners including some key figures in the US. Former Secretary James Mattis said “When Americans put their nation's credibility on the line, privatizing is probably not a wise idea”. To address your question, I will respond to it with three points. First, the core objective of US forces and NATO in Afghanistan is to fight terrorism, help Afghanistan to build a sovereign an...
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May252016 by Ahmad Naveed NoormalNo Comments
Is Afghanistan Really a “Fantastically Corrupt” Country?

Is Afghanistan Really a “Fantastically Corrupt” Country?

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When British Prime Minister David Cameron was overheard calling Afghanistan and Nigeria “fanatically corrupt” countries on the eve of an anti-corruption summit in London, the incident was labeled as “embarrassing” and “unfair” by some in both countries. Afghanistan’s president, Dr. Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai, said he did not have a problem with Cameron’s statement, but added that he was elected “on a mandate to make transparency, accountability and rule of law the imperative.” Moreover, he said the West’s demand for narcotics is one of the major sources of corruption in Afghanistan. The question that arises is who is responsible? Is it the previous government? The international community? The current government, or a combination of the above? After all, a country does not beco...
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Sep202015 by Ahmad Naveed NoormalNo Comments
Conflict Analysis: Afghanistan 2001-15

Conflict Analysis: Afghanistan 2001-15

Politics
Introduction Since the fall of the Taliban regime in 2001, considerable international attention has been directed towards Afghanistan. Key instruments in support of the new government in Afghanistan and its people have been military operations through the United States of America (US), the International Security Assistance Forces (ISAF), The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and international development cooperation. The strategies and approaches of the international community have shifted over time, but international development has remained one of the foundations in promoting security, combating terrorism, reducing poverty, promoting democracy and state-building, and fostering gender equality. The war after 2001 in Afghanistan refers to the intervention of the North Atlantic Tr...
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