Ashdown warning over Afghanistan

This article begins by discussing the events that are occurring in Afghanistan and what should be done to help the situation abroad. Through this an international strategy is proposed which would help end the war and stabilize the economy. In order for companies to feel comfortable and confident to invest internationally, there must first be a sustainable government and the reassurance of a stable economy.

Throughout the article, there are references to the best way to stabilize the economy in Afghanistan. It is not enough to just send troops over to continue the fighting, but what is needed is “a clear international strategy which is unified and which has political aim” (Lord Ashdown). In order for the political war to be over the international strategy needs to include more troops sent over to help the already existing ones, establish a secure nation with water supply and secure government, and to establish the rule of law and increase the capacity to govern Afghanistan by building governmental institutions. With these three changes, Lord Ashdown believes that a stable government can be created. By creating this stable government, international companies and local companies would be more willing to invest in Afghanistan. Without a secure economy, companies and people become nervous of failure and will keep there money in banks rather than the economy. This in turn helps no one, so by investing in the economy, other companies will invest in it too.

All together, by creating a strong international strategy the war would come to an end, a secure and stable government is created and international business and trading is spurred. I believe that something must be done to create this international strategy because doing nothing would be a tragedy. Also, countries may become more united through a common effort to help Afghanistan encouraging trading not only with Afghanistan, but also with each other.

Sophia