Andiana Foundation Events

Nearly four years after the Taliban's return to power, US policy on Afghanistan remains unclear. The Taliban's close ties to al-Qaida and the growing trend of radicalization in the country poses a direct threat to US interests in the region. Along with the Taliban's pattern of suppression, instability, and its lack of inclusive governance, us policy makers have already raised serious concerns on the political trajectory of the country.

Still, engagements between US officials and the Taliban on issues like counterterrorism, humanitarian aid, and the release of detainees have progressed, despite the lack of a coherent long-term strategy. Our discussion will assess the  evolving political and security landscape of Afghanistan, its implications for US strategic interests, and the way forward for US policy on Afghanistan.