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Fionnuala Ní Éigeartaigh

is a writer working in the field of international relations. She was the conference rapporteur.
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Noref Report 17 - President Obama's Strategic Review of Afghanistan and Pakistan and the consequences for Nato Policy

Fionnuala Ní Éigeartaigh , 18 November 2009

An under-resourced intervention in Afghanistan has severely limited troop numbers, economic reconstruction and diplomatic efforts, resulting in a revived Taliban, a corrupt and weak central government, and a narcotics-ridden economy. The situation is deteriorating faster than anticipated. Solutions point to economic reconstruction, governance reforms and improved security for Afghans, particularly women.

Yet, the debate continues to revolve around troop surges. What shape would a political solution take in Afghanistan? Where will the international community find the funding to augment and improve the Afghan National Police? What will happen if the alliance fails to halt the momentum of the Taliban within the timeframe of 12-18 months? These and other questions were debated with Bruce Riedel, of the Brookings Institute, in September 2009.