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Prior to 2001, while Afghanistan was in the midst of civil war, many businesses were destroyed or closed down and capital left the Afghan economy. This lack of safety for businesses and the people led to a drastic contraction of the economy. Securing the country and building the internal infrastructure was vital for economic redevelopment.
Increased levels of security and commerce after 2001, attracted additional investments into Afghan economy. Case in point, the revitalization of media, which was entirely banned during the Taliban era, is now on the same level with surrounding nations. Afghan telecommunications and media now includes: six mobile phone carriers, 75 television channels, over 175 radio stations, and hundreds of print publications. Collectively, these sources of communication enable local Afghans to build their identity and brand name. The investment into this industry is tremendous and would not have come about without better security, and an educational system to provide a capable workforce to operate these media outlets.
It is safe to say that Afghanistan is now much safer and open to businesses due to the capabilities of the Afghan National Security Forces.
Hashmat
DET, United States Central Command
Increased levels of security and commerce after 2001, attracted additional investments into Afghan economy. Case in point, the revitalization of media, which was entirely banned during the Taliban era, is now on the same level with surrounding nations. Afghan telecommunications and media now includes: six mobile phone carriers, 75 television channels, over 175 radio stations, and hundreds of print publications. Collectively, these sources of communication enable local Afghans to build their identity and brand name. The investment into this industry is tremendous and would not have come about without better security, and an educational system to provide a capable workforce to operate these media outlets.
It is safe to say that Afghanistan is now much safer and open to businesses due to the capabilities of the Afghan National Security Forces.
Hashmat
DET, United States Central Command