Afghanistan 2007

Afghanistan 2007

Asia
According to ezinereligion, in 2007, Afghanistan had an estimated population of 29 million people. The economy of the country was largely based on agriculture and livestock, with about half of the population dependent on farming for their livelihoods. Foreign relations were strained due to the ongoing conflict in the region and Afghanistan’s involvement in it. As a result, many countries had cut off diplomatic relations with Afghanistan. In terms of politics, President Hamid Karzai was re-elected in 2004 and continued to lead the country into 2007. His government faced strong opposition from Taliban forces which had a strong presence in parts of the country, particularly in rural areas. Despite this conflict, Karzai’s government was able to make some progress in terms of economic and social development. For example, literacy rates…
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