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Want to see peace in Afghanistan? Make sure women are included

It is not enough to have token female representation in negotiations. Or room for compromise on the interests and rights of Afghan women citizens in future Afghan society.

By Quhramaana Kakar
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January 18, 2016. A second round of four-country talks aimed at reviving peace negotiations with the Taliban began in Kabul. Sabawoon Shamriz/Press Association. All rights reserved.

Recent developments in the Afghan peace process, most notably the announcement of peace talks between the Afghan Government and Taliban, are welcome in this long-running and violent conflict.

The Afghan Government and international community are both keen to change the status quo and enter into results-oriented talks with the Taliban. However, concerns around the equal rights of women and the enhancement of their role in Afghan society must be addressed if peace is to be found and sustained. 

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