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Afghanistan economic development

The Silent Erosion of Afghanistan’s Urban Middle Class: A Neglected Crisis

The Silent Erosion of Afghanistan’s Urban Middle Class: A Neglected Crisis

By Lutfi Rahimi
While the focus on Afghanistan tends to revolve around geopolitical tensions and security concerns, the slow erosion of the urban middle class is sending the country decades backward.

The Qosh Tepa Canal: A Source of Hope in Afghanistan 

The Qosh Tepa Canal: A Source of Hope in Afghanistan 

By Freshta Jalalzai
While the canal project is a source of promise, it faces many challenges, not the least of which is unease in Central Asia about water security. 
Afghanistan Seeks New Air Corridors 

Afghanistan Seeks New Air Corridors 

By Sophia Nina Burna-Asefi
Afghanistan announced plans to expand its air corridors as it seeks to reconnect to world markets, but significant challenges loom.

Afghanistan’s Uncertain Economic Future as the New Year Dawns

Afghanistan’s Uncertain Economic Future as the New Year Dawns

By Ibrahim Khan Jabarkhail
More than a year after the Taliban takeover, the prospects for economic development in the country remain bleak.

What’s Next for Afghanistan’s Tumultuous Public Finances?

What’s Next for Afghanistan’s Tumultuous Public Finances?

By Ibrahim Khan
With the economy on the brink of collapse, how can the Taliban approach the coming fiscal year?

Thinking More Deeply About Human Development in Afghanistan

Thinking More Deeply About Human Development in Afghanistan

By Lutfi Rahimi
Development has to be assessed by more than just GDP growth. 

Kabul New City: Afghanistan’s Forgotten Development Dream

Kabul New City: Afghanistan’s Forgotten Development Dream

By Hakmatullah Hamidi
The mega-project was put on hold under the previous government. If it isn’t kickstarted soon, Kabul city could be left uninhabitable.
For Peace in Afghanistan, the Economy Is Key

For Peace in Afghanistan, the Economy Is Key

By Gul Maqsood Sabit
Before and after any peace agreement, a healthy Afghan economy is essential.

Afghanistan: Prospects and Challenges to Regional Connectivity

Afghanistan: Prospects and Challenges to Regional Connectivity

By Mariam Safi and Bismellah Alizada
Afghanistan has a long and difficult road to transition from an aid dependent economy to a trade and transit economy.

Afghanistan’s Minerals: A Looted Economic Hope for Stability

Afghanistan’s Minerals: A Looted Economic Hope for Stability

By Gul Maqsood Sabit
Instead of being looted, Afghanistan’s resources should be strategically exploited for the country's benefit.

How Economic Growth Can Help Defeat Terrorism in Afghanistan

How Economic Growth Can Help Defeat Terrorism in Afghanistan

By M. Ashraf Haidari
The campaign for Afghanistan's economy must stand on equal footing with the counterterrorism campaign.
Why Silk Road Mayors Are Gathering in Kabul

Why Silk Road Mayors Are Gathering in Kabul

By M. Ashraf Haidari
Hosting the 2017 Silk Road Mayors Forum returns Kabul to its historical place as the center of the Silk Roads.

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