From the Shadow of Taliban Lobbying to the Mosaic of Peace — Episode 7 | Mr. Sharif Ghalib
This episode features Mr. Sharif Ghalib, former Policy Advisor at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, from the Bareen Initiative for Development (BID) international webinar “From the Shadow of Taliban Lobbying to the Mosaic of Peace: Reimagining a Post-Taliban Future,” held on July 12, 2025.
Mr. Ghalib examines Afghanistan’s political challenges, the implications of Russia’s recognition of the Taliban, and the need to reassess the experiences of the former Republic. He emphasizes the importance of a participatory, inclusive, and rule-based political system that represents the Afghan people.
The discussion also addresses international support for the Taliban, the importance of regional cooperation, and the need for a unified political approach to building a peaceful, democratic, and representative Afghanistan.
The episode includes Mr. Ghalib’s full presentation and Q&A.
Organized by the Bareen Initiative for Development (BID).