Resurgence of the taliban project global final
Transcript of Resurgence of the taliban project global final
Resurgence of the Taliban
Chris Capocci
Background InformationSoviet Invasion in 1979Taliban takes over in 1996
Social CausePresident Amin’s attempted western approach, abolish the Muslim religion in Afghanistan
Social Effect Afghanistan is prominently Muslim
Political CauseDemocratic reforms enforced by president Amin
Political Effect Many countries use the Sharia as a guideline of rules and laws.
Economic CauseAfghanistan is a mass exporter of poppy plants
Economic EffectTaliban uses the plants to make drugs
Drugs are main source of income
1st SolutionKeep fighting alongside NATO
2nd SolutionSanctions enforced by the U.N. to stop resources going into Taliban territories
1st Solution PositivesMany Allies and advanced warfare
Amount of troops
1st Solution NegativesCasualty ratesReluctant to send more troops
2nd Solution PositivesStops majority of resources from
getting to the TalibanEnforced pressure
2nd Solution NegativesBad living conditionsThe people are negatively affected
Best SolutionSolution 2, sanctions enforced by the U.N.
Personal InvolvementPetition against negotiating with the Taliban.
Videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=NovWSBJUlCg