What is the current issues in Afghanistan?

Already plagued by insecurity, COVID, corruption, government over-centralization and mismanagement, declining revenues and drought, the Afghan economy will now face a host of challenges in the aftermath of the Taliban’s takeover and the international community cracking down on aid and assistance.

Who controls Afghanistan right now?

The Taliban
The Taliban have taken control of Afghanistan, almost 20 years after being ousted by a US-led military coalition. Emboldened by the withdrawal of US troops, they now control all key cities in the country, including Kabul.

What is Afghanistan economy based on?

The main source of income in the country is agriculture, and during its good years, Afghanistan produces enough food and food products to provide for the people, as well as to create a surplus for export. The major food crops produced are: corn, rice, barley, wheat, vegetables, fruits and nuts.

Is Afghanistan socialist?

Afghanistan was considered by the Soviet Union as a state with a socialist orientation. The Soviets, in mid-1979, initially proclaimed Afghanistan as not merely a progressive ally, but a fully fledged member of the socialist community of nations.

What is the main source of income of Afghanistan?

agriculture
The main source of income in the country is agriculture, and during its good years, Afghanistan produces enough food and food products to provide for the people, as well as to create a surplus for export. The major food crops produced are: corn, rice, barley, wheat, vegetables, fruits and nuts.

How will the situation in Afghanistan play out from here?

There are three plausible scenarios for how the situation in Afghanistan will play out from here. 1. Successful government strategic defence The first scenario is that the Afghan government does what the US has been urging it to do: concentrating government forces on the defence of Kabul, Kandahar, Jalalabad and a few other key cities.

What should the Afghan government do to defend Kabul?

The first scenario is that the Afghan government does what the US has been urging it to do: concentrating government forces on the defence of Kabul, Kandahar, Jalalabad and a few other key cities. This approach would allow a concentration of government forces and best use of its limited air power.

How effective is the Taliban’s strategy in Afghanistan?

As most of the US forces have left Afghanistan prior to the September 11 withdrawal deadline, the Taliban has launched a lightning offensive against the Afghan forces, taking over many districts while conducting different psyops to convince their rivals to yield. Much to the dismay of Kabul, the Taliban strategy has been effective.

Can the Afghan government reestablish a stalemate with the Taliban?

The best scenario for the Afghan government appears to reestablish a political stalemate with the Taliban, but even that could favour the armed group in the long run.