Kabul Institute

Publications

Policy analysis, research, and commentary from the only Afghan-led institute producing independent work on Afghanistan's governance, recovery, and future.

Policy Papers

In-depth analysis on Afghanistan's governance, reconstruction, and security landscape. Afghan-led, independently produced, and aimed at policymakers, donors, and researchers who need clarity over noise.

  • No. 01 The State Above Society Coming Soon
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  • No. 03 Why Afghanistan Collapsed Coming Soon
  • No. 04 Minimum Viable State Functions Coming Soon
  • No. 05 Local Governance as the Primary Stabilizer Coming Soon
  • No. 06 Public Finance Without a Treasury Coming Soon
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Sabawoon Magazine

Afghan culture, identity, and resilience, told by Afghans, for the world. A lifestyle magazine rooted in the stories that survive everything.

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Statements

Official Kabul Institute positions on developments in Afghanistan and the region. Grounded in evidence, independent of external agendas, and committed to Afghan-owned accountability.

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Opinions

Analysis and commentary from Kabul Institute researchers, fellows, and contributors. Afghan perspectives on Afghanistan, written for the world.

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