Doha Debates

“They never had an intention to create peace.” Following the Doha Agreement in 2020, the Afghan Republic and the Taliban had a mere 14 months to negotiate a power-sharing deal. But internal friction derailed the process. Reporter Ali Latifi has the story on The Negotiators: https://lnkd.in/ewH2TpzS

For this Doha Debates / Foreign Policy podcast series on the negotiations between the US, the former Afghan Islamic Republic and the Taliban I spoke to Akmal Dawi Fatima Gailani and Mullah Zaeef about the negotiation process and what went wrong, including the lack of effort and interest on the part of the former Republic

“We have to all come together … because we can’t be polarized.” Why is it important to have discussions face to face? This #MajlisMonday, hear what audience members from our recent town hall on Western narratives had to say: 

This week marks the three-year anniversary of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. But before that pivotal moment? 20 years of failed negotiations. Why did some of the world’s smartest and most experienced negotiators fail to mediate a peace deal in Afghanistan? Hear the full story on “The Afghan Impasse,” the newest season of The Negotiators. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eFW_FT4N   

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest cohort of Doha Debates ambassadors! The 86 emerging leaders joining the program this season represent 33 countries across five continents. Over the next 10 weeks, they’ll be embarking on a journey of systems thinking and communication skills development, working collaboratively with global experts, community thought leaders and each other. This cohort will be joined by 16 alumni ambassadors who will serve as mentors for the current class. Furthering our mission to empower young people to bridge differences and build consensus through debate, the Doha Debates Ambassador Program hones participants’ facilitation and negotiation skills as they discuss critical issues like climate change, global governance and ethical AI with peers who have diverse worldviews. Together, the new cohort of ambassadors will engage in productive dialogue around complex global issues and work together to envision their ideal future. Meet them and learn more about the program: https://lnkd.in/e67UH3Nh

During Donald Trump’s presidency, the US negotiated directly with the Taliban, culminating in the Doha agreement. But for the Afghan government, it was a historic betrayal. Journalist Sebastian Walker has the story on this week’s episode of The Negotiators: https://lnkd.in/eFh5ka3Q Prefer to listen to the episodes all in one go? Listen to the full season ad-free on Wondery+: https://lnkd.in/eVsc_Ryg 

“I just hope that other generations live a better life.” —Ahmed Abu Daqqa As part of the Islam and Muslims Initiative’s event in Sarajevo, we connected Palestinian evacuees in Qatar with people in Bosnia and Herzegovina to talk about life in the diaspora and their hopes for the future. Learn more about the Portal and find out about upcoming activations: DohaDebates.com/Portal

“The goal was to create a peace process. I don't think there was any expectation that it could be wrapped up quickly, but the goal was to start." By 2006, the US and the Afghan Republic had been fighting the Taliban for five years. That’s also when unofficial “talks about talks” began. Journalist Andrew North takes us behind the scenes of these secret talks on The Negotiators: https://lnkd.in/ezbFcJvM  Foreign Policy

Looking for more ways to listen to the new season of The Negotiators? This week, PRX and GBH's The World is sharing excerpts from episodes of our fourth season, “The Afghan Impasse.” Listen now or find them whenever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eCwWgnuR https://lnkd.in/emZiEzrk 

The Afghan Impasse, a special seven-part season of The Negotiators from FP and Doha Debates, is out now wherever you get your podcacsts. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eXdUmBKE