A Case-Study of US Intervention in Afghanistan for Eradication of Terrorism and State-Building Processes for Afghanistan; Impacts on Pakistan
Keywords:
US-led War on Terror, KPK, Al-Qaeda, Ayman Al-Zawahri, Saudi Arabia, TanzaniaAbstract
This research paper focuses on the impact of the US intervention in Afghanistan for eradicating terrorism and the state-building processes for Afghanistan, and how it affected Pakistan. State-building is defined as the sustainable development of a state with regards to its economy, politics, institutions, law and order situation of an already existing nation-state. The study raises important questions regarding the US-led international intervention in Afghanistan, its impact on nation-building processes, and its reflection on local autonomy.
The concept of state-building emerged in the twentieth century, primarily due to terrorism and the multifaceted challenges posed by it. Peace, security, institutional setting, and infrastructure stability are critical elements in the state-building process. However, the study highlights that in most cases, the focus is diverted to security concerns while neglecting other aspects, which causes more problems and damage to the cause.
The research paper discusses how the US-led intervention in Afghanistan could help support nation-building processes or further deteriorate the situation. It also explores how the intervention impacted local autonomy. The study is significant in understanding the role of international intervention in nation-building processes and how it affects local autonomy.
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