Abstract:
Stability in Afghanistan is inextricably linked with a
negotiated peace settlement. Notwithstanding broad
consensus about the essence of political negotiations to end
the Afghan conundrum, internal and external stakeholders
have been pursuing fluctuating strategies. The terminology of
„reconciliation‟ has often been viewed disparately by various
actors. Consequently, the entire peace process in the country
has remained shrouded in suspicion. This article aims at
identifying the strategic policy discrepancies among the key
national, regional and international players and suggests a
workable way forward.
