Analysis

Despite APTTA's potential, Pakistan has, over the years, introduced a series of measures that have significantly restricted Afghanistan’s ability to maximize the benefits of the agreement. One of the primary grievances of the Afghan government revolves around the restrictions on bilateral trade with India.

This Jirga will not only serve as a platform for the Pashtun community but will also inspire the Baloch and other marginalized groups to engage in peaceful struggles for their rights.

With its rich natural resources, strategic geographic location, and untapped potential in various economic sectors, Afghanistan is poised to become a key center for trade and investment in the region.

As China celebrates its 75th anniversary, its journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From a nation once struggling to rebuild, it has transformed into a global economic powerhouse with strong military capabilities, all while adhering to a strategy of peaceful development.

The relationship between China and Africa is built on a foundation of historical ties, trust, and solidarity. The establishment of FOCAC in 2000 marked a turning point in this relationship, formalizing a framework for comprehensive cooperation.

The Tiangong space station is more than just a symbol of China’s rising capabilities in space; it is a catalyst for regional progress across multiple domains.

With the Taliban having exceeded expectations and reduced poppy cultivation to levels not seen since 2001, there is now a real need to understand the potential effects of the drugs ban on Afghanistan, the region, and further downstream.

Afghanistan's economic landscape is undergoing significant transformations, marked by advancements in renewable energy, infrastructure projects, regional connectivity, and trade collaboration. These developments highlight Afghanistan's commitment to fostering economic growth and regional integration, despite facing considerable challenges.

India's strategic investment in Iran's Chabahar port is set to redefine the geopolitical and economic landscape of Central Asia and Afghanistan. The ten-year agreement for India to manage the port holds profound implications for regional connectivity, offering a vital alternative route for the landlocked countries of Central Asia and Afghanistan.

Afghanistan possesses a wealth of nonfuel minerals whose value has been estimated at more than US$1 trillion. For millennia the country was renowned for its gemstones – rubies, emeralds, tourmalines and lapis lazuli