Afghanistan Monitor 10

The Afghanistan Monitor, a periodic publication by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Pakistan, provides an in-depth analysis of Afghanistan’s political, economic, security, and humanitarian landscape since the Taliban’s return to power. Its tenth edition, covering January to March 2025, offers expert insights into key developments during this period.

Since August 15, 2021, Afghanistan has undergone significant transformations under Taliban rule. Over the past three and a half years, their governance has faced increasing scrutiny, characterised by authoritarian policies tempered with selective pragmatism.

Despite consolidating nationwide control, the Taliban continue to grapple with uncertainties regarding governance quality, in-group cohesion, and their commitment to protecting women’s and human rights. Additionally, concerns over potential security threats originating from Afghanistan add to the challenges

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