Exploring The Geopolitical Lure of Afghanistan

Columbia Global Centers and The Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement organized a webinar about ‘The Geopolitical Lure of Afghanistan: Shifting Alliances Under the New Regime’ where an impressive line-up of panelists explored the developing situation in Afghanistan from a historical and political perspective. 

December 13, 2021

 

Columbia Global Centers and The Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement organized a webinar about ‘The Geopolitical Lure of Afghanistan: Shifting Alliances Under the New Regime’ where an impressive line-up of panelists explored the developing situation in Afghanistan from a historical and political perspective. 

During the event, speakers shared their insights on the ramifications of the Taliban rule in Afghanistan, analyzed it within the context of geopolitics, security and diplomacy. Moreover, they investigated the real issues that are driving the conflict in Afghanistan, the implications of the developing situation for neighboring and regional actors, and what a durable and responsible foreign policy towards Afghanistan looks like.

Speakers:
- H.E Adela Raz, Ambassador of Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to the United States of America
- Robert D. Crews, Professor of History, Stanford University
- Steve Coll, Dean and Henry R. Luce Professor of Journalism, Columbia Journalism School
- Dipali Mukhopadhyay, Associate Professor of Global Policy, University of Minesota (Moderator)
- Shannon Marquez, Dean, Undergraduate Global Engagement, Columbia University (Introductions)
- Safwan Masri, Professor and EVP for Global Centers and Global Development, Columbia University (Chair)

If you missed it, the recording is available here.

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