In-depth Analysis: The Role of Germany’s Bundeswehr in Afghanistan
In-depth Analysis: The Role of Germany’s Bundeswehr in Afghanistan
Following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the United States declared the fight against terrorism and the elimination of al-Qaida in Afghanistan as primary objectives. After the swift victory over the Taliban, the aim was to establish a sovereign democratic state in Afghanistan, coupled with security sector reform.
Germany’s involvement in the Afghanistan mission marked a turning point in international crisis management. The author examines the effectiveness of the Bundeswehr’s activities in reforming Afghanistan’s security sector, in cooperation with other national ministries and alliance partners.
This work is part of the series ‘ISPK-Studies on Conflict Research’. It presents a comprehensive analysis of the efforts by Germany’s Bundeswehr and its allies to establish peace-promoting institutions in conflict-affected regions like Afghanistan.
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