On January 12, USIP hosted a discussion with leading experts on the Taliban’s approach to governing Afghanistan so far — as well as how the United States and international community can assist the Afghan people despite the challenges the Taliban pose as the country’s sole authority.
SpeakersScott Worden, moderator Director, Afghanistan & Central Asia, U.S Institute of Peace
Rahmatullah Amiri Independent Researcher and Author
Palwasha Kakar Interim Director, Religion and Inclusive Societies, U.S. Institute of Peace
Asfandyar Mir, PhD Senior Expert, Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace
Andrew Watkins Senior Expert, Afghanistan, U.S. Institute of Peace
For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/governance-talibans-achilles-heel
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