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Ashraf Ghani
Afghan Peace Talks: Road to Nowhere
By Vinay Kaura
As security in Afghanistan deteriorates, the GCQ continues to struggle to make progress.
Abdul Hakim Mujahid Speaks on Afghanistan's Peace and Reconciliation Process
By Sanjay Kumar
Abdul Hakim Mujahid of Afghanistan's High Peace Council discusses the Quadrilateral Coordination Group (QCG).
The Plight of Afghan Refugees
By M. Ashraf Haidari
There is only one truly durable solution to the issue of Afghan refugees.
Afghanistan Sets Election Date (or Maybe Not)
By Catherine Putz
The long-overdue parliamentary elections are set for October, according to the Independent Electoral Commission.
Can the Afghan War Be Won in 2016?
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Franz-Stefan Gady speaks with Ankit Panda about the Afghan National Army's war effort.
Afghanistan's Promise for Regional Connectivity and Peace
By Aziz Amin Ahmadzai
Ashraf Ghani dreams of “breakfast in Delhi, lunch in Peshawar, and dinner in Kabul.”
Afghanistan in 2016: Ashraf Ghani's Case for Cautious Optimism
By James L. Creighton and Martin Fleischer
There is an astounding optimism within the Afghan leadership. Is it justified?
Afghanistan’s Successes and Failures in 2015
By Aziz Amin Ahmadzai
2015 saw Afghanistan face several challenges, but the National Unity Government saw modest success as well.
7 Events of Geopolitical Consequence to Anticipate in Asia in Early 2016
By Ankit Panda
2016 will kick off with a bang. Here's what you need to keep an eye on early in the new year.
Can South Asia Make Nice in 2016?
By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
This month has seen yet another attempt at repairing fractious relationships.
Afghanistan, Pakistan Lay Groundwork for Taliban Peace Talks in Early 2016
By Ankit Panda
Pakistan's top general visited Afghanistan this weekend to discuss another round of peace talks with the Taliban.
Peace Talks Between the Afghan Government and the Taliban Could Be Back in Early 2016
By Ankit Panda
Peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban, backed by Pakistan, could be back on in early 2016.