Challenges in Afghanistan: The Post Bonn Era
Abstract
Afghanistan is once again at the crossroads. Foreign occupation troops are scheduled to leave by the end of this year without settling many of the issues that cloud the future of the deeply divided and fragile country. Corruption is rife and the Taliban are still a force to be reckoned with, the production of opium is the largest sum of income for most farmers, while industry is almost nonexistent. Nonetheless, progress has been achieved in many areas despite the turmoil of the past decade. If neighbouring countries cooperate and help Afghanistan rebuild and restore domestic peace, it might reach stability and prosperity, although the Taliban will have to be included in any nationwide settlement.
