The Great Hindukush Gold Rush (2): Afghanistan is not Chad (yet?)

There is plenty of evidence from all over the world that indicates that mineral wealth can easily turn into a curse – environmentally, socially, politically and even economically. It also can exacerbate conflict, instead of alleviating it. A particular example is the Central African country of Chad*, and it should warn both the Afghan government … Continue reading The Great Hindukush Gold Rush (2): Afghanistan is not Chad (yet?)