Afghanistan

Afghan Pipeline Dream One Step Closer

Analysts see Pakistani support as key to guaranteeing security of pipeline through insurgent heartlands.

Afghanistan: Dec '10/Jan '11

IWPR report on official reluctance to cooperate with the press prompts setting up of media pressure group.

Report Leads to Launch of Herat Media Rights Body

IWPR report on official reluctance to cooperate with the press prompts setting up of media pressure group.

"Rogue Police" Complaints in Afghan North

Local forces raised without Kabul’s consent accused of abusing rather than protecting population.

Thin Green Line Defends Tajik-Afghan Frontier

Uneven Progress in North Afghan City

Residents of poorer parts of Mazar-e Sharif say they miss out on urban improvement projects.

Herat Women Take Charge in Business

Despite social strictures, more and more women are opening shops and businesses in western province.

Turkmenistan Seeks Bigger Role as US Ally on Afghanistan

Afghan Government Has Cash, Won't Spend

Ministries failing to use up their budgets despite pressing need for more reconstruction work.

Afghanistan: Dec '10/Jan '11

Afghan regional centre gives reporters practical help as well as a forum to meet and exchange ideas.