Pakistan

Troop Pullout Bad for Afghan Economy

Experts warn country is overreliant on foreign aid money and on foreign troops who guarantee a measure of stability.

22 Aug 11

Provision at both state and private hospitals remains inadequate, and those who can afford it go abroad for better treatment.

19 Aug 11

As officials discuss strategy, farmers say they need solutions now.

18 Aug 11

Outcry after police in western Afghan city arrest unmarried men and women for being out in the streets together

29 Jul 11

Despite clearance efforts, forgotten landmines cause 50 casualties a month.

28 Jul 11

Afghan satisfaction at gaining control of security mixed with fears for future stability.

28 Jul 11

But is separate schooling the right solution?

28 Jul 11

Second-hand goods flooding local market often make a bad buy and add to growing rubbish problem.

21 Jul 11

Either harmless pastime or slippery slope to drug abuse, water-pipes have taken off among young men.

12 Jul 11

Wildly differing electricity bills from computerised system leave Afghan householders cross and confused.

12 Jul 11

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