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Afghanistan has vast mineral wealth but faces steep challenges to tap it

  • Written by Scott L. Montgomery, Lecturer, Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington
Afghanistan has vast mineral wealth but faces steep challenges to tap itAfghanistan has mineral resources that include precious gems and minerals such as copper and rare earth elements.Majid Saeedi/Getty Images

The official ending of the U.S.-led war in Afghanistan leaves a number of long-term questions, including how the country can build a functioning economy. Now that U.S. assistance has evaporated and international...

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