How far has Afghanistan come since intervention? Lira Loloci provides an infographic of the progress made in reproductive health, child health and education.
Tag: Afghanistan
Was it Worth it? Canada’s Intervention in Afghanistan and why we Left too Soon
The decision to endure the fight in Afghanistan was difficult for Canada to make, and this country did so at a relatively substantial cost. Jayson Derow discusses the triumphs of the Canadian Armed Forces in Afghanistan and why a sustained commitment of troops is needed in order to ensure the success of Canada’s three signature projects.
Buyer’s Remorse: US Congress Considers Changes to Rapid Acquisition Process
In times of national security threats, procurement needs to happen swiftly. Ensuring that financial resources are not wasted is the focus of new legislation.
Near and Distant Future: The Warsaw Summit and NATO’s Withdrawal from Afghanistan
After 15 years, the upcoming Warsaw Summit presents a major opportunity to set the agenda for NATO’s withdrawal from one of its longest ongoing military commitments. Juliette Bronchtein discusses why instead, the future seems to be more of the same.
A Rally Cry to Arms: Is the Invoking of Article Five of NATO Needed to Degrade ISIS?
ISIS is an apocalyptic organization overdue for eradication. Jayson Derow discusses the importance of invoking Article Five of the North Atlantic Treaty in order to degrade ISIS’ capabilities; the clause declaring an attack against one is to be an attack against all.
Democracy at the Point of Bayonets: Can Regime Change Stabilize Syria?
Western military forces have demonstrated that they are effective in implementing regime change. But such regimes failed to foster stability or eradicate jihadist extremism, and thus, war persists and blood is still spilt. Jayson Derow discusses why the overthrowing of the Assad government will not ease tensions within the Syrian civil war or the battle against ISIS.
You Break it, You Own it: War Must not be Dictated by Deadlines
Not only do unclear objectives delegitimize war efforts, but so too does setting a time limit for withdrawal. Jayson Derow discusses why any political and military success against ISIS will not be sustainable unless accompanied by a comprehensive political process and an enduring commitment to the complete eradication of ISIS.
Will Operation Impact be Enough to Degrade ISIS? Canada’s Mission Behind Friendly Lines
Winning the conflict against ISIS will entail reaching a solidified victory, focusing on changing geopolitics, and observing lessons from the War on Terror in Afghanistan. Jayson Derow analyzes Canada’s strategy of utilizing military advisors within the Iraqi Security Forces to degrade ISIS.
A Thaw in Ties between India and Pakistan Won’t Halt a Proxy War in Afghanistan
In his article, John Pollock unravels the role of the main actors involved in the war in Afghanistan, by analyzing the ebbs and flows of the diplomatic relationship between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, India and Pakistan.
Afghan women call for greater involvement in peace talks
Eimi Harris discusses efforts by women in Afghanistan to play a role in continued peace talks and why the Afghan government should act on its commitment to include women in the negotiations.