Research & Publications: Afghanistan

Strand discusses Nuristan's ethnic diversity and the socio-political forces which have brought change to the region.

Mielke describes the way in which rural Afghans view foreign development workers, and the extent to which their efforts are perceived to be genuine.

Farhad discusses his personal experiences working with foreign forces in Afghanistan, and how these experiences shaped his opinion as to whether or not the presence of foreign troops has been beneficial or not.

Noorzoy discusses the effect that 30 years of war has had on several generations of Afghani children, and their prospects for the future.

Schmeidl discusses the ability of ISAF forces to successfully protect Afghan civilians and the different standards employed by various actors in doing so.

Achikzad discusses the possible ways in which the Afghan government could go about improving its economy.

Wilder discusses western development projects in Afghanistan since the withdrawal of Soviet forces ni 1989 and the extent to which they have or have not been successful.

Kamrany discusses the failure of the Afghan government to provide jobs to its people, and the ramifications this has on stability both in and outside Afghanistan.