Chris Alexander, Ending the Agony: Seven Moves to Stabilize Afghanistan, Centre for International Governance Innovation, 28 February 2010
EXCERPT: "The January 2010 London Conference refocused the world’s attention on Afghanistan, with donors renewing commitments and presenting new strategies to combat the Taliban, improve governance and limit corruption. However, progress, as always, will remain contingent on Afghan leadership and ownership. This paper proposes seven policy initiatives designed to refocus Afghanistan’s domestic reform agenda, overcome post-electoral distrust, and lay the groundwork for a re-galvanized partnership or compact between the Afghan government and international Community. By making these bold moves the Afghan government and international community can still overcome the current crisis in Afghanistan, stabilize the country and end the agony of the long-suffering Afghan people."
Read the full report [pdf].
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