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The Generals Talk : Afghanistan and the Evolving Interests

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Lt Gen Satish Dua, Aadi and I had a very interesting discussion on the Afghanistan situation as it is unravelling. We discussed the interests of all stake holders in Afghanistan and where do they stand. We also addressed the oft repeated apprehension that the next big armed struggle with all the Jihadis will be in Kashmir.

Prior to this edition of Generals Talk, I had written two articles on the evolving situation in Afghanistan and its likely fallout on Pakistan . Then links for these articles are below, Click on the title to access the article.  

I had also moderated a CASA webinar on Afghanistan Dialogues wherein we had great speakers who had intimate knowledge of Afghanistan expounding their views on Afghanistan's future from a diplomatic, political, economic and ground up view. 

All these are great learning for any student of geopolitical and strategic affairs as also for anyone who is taking a keen interest in Afghan affairs. 

The next article will be about the Afghan Fallout on China....soon... 

Articles 

The Sum of Pakistani Wishes 

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The Afghan Fallout on Pakistan 

THE GENERALS TALK



CASA WEBINAR ON AFGHANISTAN DIALOGUES
 

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  1. UnknownAugust 23, 2021 at 5:26 PM

    Well shared Mr Shankar
    The situation is very serious for Indian Administration to look for the treat poised a couple of years later with their advancements to our neighbouring countries

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