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Afghanistan elections

The Peculiar Case of Elections Under the Taliban

The Peculiar Case of Elections Under the Taliban

By Franz J. Marty
The election of neighborhood representatives in Kabul suggests that the Taliban are in some aspects pragmatic, but this experiment will likely remain limited.

Afghanistan Has Another Power-Sharing Deal. Can This One Last?

Afghanistan Has Another Power-Sharing Deal. Can This One Last?

By Hadia Haqparast
To avoid another political crisis in Afghanistan, we need to draw lessons from the National Unity Government (NUG).
Afghanistan’s Turbulent Decade

Afghanistan’s Turbulent Decade

By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
From 2010 to 2020, the Taliban insurgency picked up steam while Afghanistan’s institutional dysfunction deepened.

Prolonged Patience: Elections in Afghanistan

Prolonged Patience: Elections in Afghanistan

By Gabriel M. Piccillo
The results are still being debated and turnout was low. But Afghanistan’s democracy remains the lone source of hope for the country.

Trump's US-Taliban Move Pushes Afghans Toward Fragile Vote

Trump's US-Taliban Move Pushes Afghans Toward Fragile Vote

By Cara Anna
The September 28 election couldn’t happen at a more difficult time.

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The Illusion of Afghanistan's Upcoming Parliamentary Elections

The Illusion of Afghanistan's Upcoming Parliamentary Elections

By Nafay Choudhury
Fixing Afghanistan’s broken electoral system requires reforms that alter its fundamental operation.

Parliamentary Elections Loom in Afghanistan

Parliamentary Elections Loom in Afghanistan

By Catherine Putz
After more than three years of delays, Afghanistan's parliamentary polls are set for October 20.
A Solution or the Beginning of an Ethnic Crisis in the Afghan Parliamentary Elections?

A Solution or the Beginning of an Ethnic Crisis in the Afghan Parliamentary Elections?

By Bismellah Alizada
The decision to divide Ghazni into three constituencies could deepen ethnic tensions in the province.

Why Elections Could Break the Afghan Peace Process or Fix It

Why Elections Could Break the Afghan Peace Process or Fix It

By Noah Coburn
The planned elections could be a part of establishing peace but they pose significant risks as well.

Elections Might Make Things Worse for Afghanistan

Elections Might Make Things Worse for Afghanistan

By Abdullah Elham
Upcoming elections, unless reforms are made, will only increase political instability.

Afghan Parliamentary Elections: Huffing and Puffing, But Missing the Bigger Picture

Afghan Parliamentary Elections: Huffing and Puffing, But Missing the Bigger Picture

By Nafay Choudhury
The current focus on the shortcomings of the IEC risks overshadowing the bigger problems of electoral representation.
Interview: Ashraf Ghani

Interview: Ashraf Ghani

By Sanjay Kumar
The Diplomat's interview with the new president of Afghanistan.

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