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Ashraf Ghani
China Pushes Afghanistan, Pakistan Back Toward Peace Process
By Shannon Tiezzi
After the first round of Afghan-Taliban peace talks crumbled, China tried again at the Heart of Asia conference.
The ‘Heart of Asia’ Conference: A Fresh Start?
By Habib Wayand
A regional conference in Islamabad this week offers another chance at peace and reconciliation in Afghanistan.
Securing Stability in Afghanistan, the 'Heart of Asia'
By Aziz Amin Ahmadzai
The upcoming Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process meeting offers an opportunity for the world to come together on Afghanistan.
On a Tightrope: Can Afghanistan Balance Between Pakistan and India?
By Umair Jamal
Afghanistan is in a difficult position today. Can it walk a tightrope between India and Pakistan?
Chinese Vice President Visits Afghanistan
By Ankit Panda
Li Yuanchao, the vice president of China, visited Afghanistan.
Afghanistan: Fragile But Moving Forward
By James L. Creighton
Despite persistent challenges, there are reasons for cautious optimism.
3 Lessons for Kabul and Washington After the Battle for Kunduz
By Ankit Panda
The 15-day siege of Kunduz will be a wake-up call for Kabul and Washington.
The Plight of Afghanistan’s Soldiers
By Ali Reza Sarwar and Moh. Sayed Madadi
The Afghan government is failing to provide its military with the leadership and support it needs.
Here's the Most Disturbing Thing About the Taliban Takeover of Kunduz
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The Taliban is gaining currency outside of its traditional Pashtun base. This is troubling.
With Kunduz Under Siege, Afghanistan Is Again at a Crossroads
By Sanjay Kumar
The fall of the important northern city of Kunduz spells trouble for Ashraf Ghani’s government.
Afghanistan Can't Afford to Lose Kunduz to the Taliban
By Ankit Panda
What does the fall of Kunduz tell us about the state of the Taliban and the Afghan government?
India and Afghanistan: A Growing Partnership
By M. Ashraf Haidari
Historically close, ties today are being driven forward by many shared interests.