On the eve of the official opening of the 12th Herat Security Dialogue, the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies hosted a welcome reception in the heart of Madrid, Spain. This evening provided an opportunity for policymakers, experts, and those engaged in Afghanistan’s security disco...

On Friday, January 17, AISS hosted a webinar titled "Sports & Politics: Solidarity, Accountability," addressing Afghanistan’s Cricket Conundrum: Politics, Rights, and Global Responsibility. Speakers emphasized that the Boycott of the Afghan Cricket team transcends the game and...

As the new year begins, the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS) has introduced its new advisory board. This board includes prominent figures from politics, diplomacy, academia, and research; who bring extensive expertise in international affairs, human rights, and national sec...

The Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies hosted an X-Space discussion on Sunday, January 5, 2025, titled "The Roots of Extremism in Badakhshan." This public dialogue featured experts in social and security matters.

The discussion examined various factors contributing to the...

On December 20, 2024, the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS) organized a webinar titled “Syria & the Struggle for a Greater Middle East,” with panelists including former Turkish Ambassador Ömer Önhon, former Indian Ambassador Gautam Mukhopadhaya, journalist Ta...