[IFANS Brief 2014-18]

Recommendations for Korea's Future Policy Regarding Afghanistan

- IN Nam-sik

1. Background

2. Geopolitical Significance of Afghanistan

2-1. A Foothold of Islamic Terrorism

2-2. A Source of Major Issues concerning Human Security

2-3. A Strategic Center in the Changing Political Dynamics of the Region

3. Characteristics of the Afghan Political Structure

3-1. Multi-ethnic Makeup of the Population 

3-2. Enduring Legacy of Tribalism and the Grand Council 

3-3. Limits and Potential of Afghan Politics

4. Policy Implications for Korea

4-1. Finding Measures to Continue PRT Activities in Afghanistan

4-2. Long-term and Systematic Expansion of Human Exchange

4-3. Finding Measures to Increase Incomes for Afghan Farmers

4-4. Active Cooperation for the Education of Afghan Women

4-5. Joining the Big Tent, an International Effort to Support Afghanistan

4-6. Educating and Training Diplomats Specializing in Afghan-Pakistani Relations