Abstract
Criminal activities, illegal arms trading and violence against civilians continue threatening Afghanistan's stability and security, and hinder the work of humanitarian nongovernmental organizations. As a result, potential investors are discouraged from making heavy capital investments, and NGOs cannot implement projects that could dramatically improve the socioeconomic condition of civilians. Disarmament, demobilization and reintegration appear to be crucial steps for the success of post-conflict recovery in Afghanistan. Conducting DDR in the complex and turbulent Afghan environment has proven difficult, and this article explores past attempts at DDR in Afghanistan to draw lessons for future efforts.
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JOURNAL, CISR
(2012)
"Afghan Experience Calls for Innovative Approach to DDR,"
The Journal of ERW and Mine Action
: Vol. 16
:
Iss.
2
, Article 5.
Available at:
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cisr-journal/vol16/iss2/5
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