Peace Process Stalls in Afghan Province
Ex-militants say that broken promises are prolonging the insurgency.
25 Jan 18
Ex-militants say that broken promises are prolonging the insurgency.
Government struggles to protect vast areas of woodland.
Poor infrastructure means that more and more territory is being swallowed up.
Hopes that new infrastructure could replace opium farming in the southern province.
Nearly 23,000 tonnes sold abroad this year, bringing in some four million dollars.
Hopes that efforts will boost fortunes of local Herati art scene.
Some organisations accused of following self-serving agendas.
Some 200 militia members operate in one small district of the restive southeastern province.
Medics fight rumours that programme is a Western plot against Muslims.