1. Afghanistan: Searching for Political Agreement
- Author:
- Gilles Dorronsoro
- Publication Date:
- 04-2010
- Content Type:
- Working Paper
- Institution:
- Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
- Abstract:
- The coalition strategy has reached an impasse. None of the efforts attempted since the summer of 2009 has halted the deterioration of the political and security situation. Although a few tactical successes might be possible, the coalition cannot defeat the Taliban or rally local commanders to its side. Moreover, the Karzai government enjoys very limited legitimacy and appears incapable of rebuilding a state that can assume responsibility for its own security in the foreseeable future. The coalition faces the risk of an endless engagement accompanied by an intolerable loss of life and treasure.
- Topic:
- Government, International Cooperation, Terrorism, Treaties and Agreements, and Peacekeeping
- Political Geography:
- Afghanistan, Asia, and Taliban