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The Muqaddimah, written by Ibn Khaldun in 1377, is a groundbreaking intellectual work that serves as a theoretical preface to world history, laying the early foundations for modern sociology, historiography, and economics. This book is a must read for political scientists, economists, and humanities enthusiasts because it offers profound, underlying insights into power dynamics, economics, and the lifecycle of civilizations. The core concept of the book is Asabiyyah, defining

Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson is a must read for anyone trying to understand global inequality, political economy, and drivers of national prosperity. The book is also essential reading for international aid and development professionals. The authors argues that economic success depends on inclusive political and economic institutions that encourage innovation, property rights, and participation, rather

The current situation in Afghanistan, where women have been deprived of their fundamental rights to work, learn, and play an active role in society - has already produced detrimental consequences for the country, and will continue to do so for future generations. The economic case is overwhelming: 5.1% FEMALE LABOR FORCE PARTICIPATION - 2025 ~20% FEMALE LABOR FORCE PARTICIPATION - 2020 $1.4B ESTIMATED ANNUAL GDP COST OF BARRING WOMEN FROM WORK AND EDUCATION[1] Women play a

Private Sector Development (PSD) is a strategy framework to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth in developing countries by assisting governments to design and implement policies for economic transformation through investment, productivity growth, business expansion and employment. PSD aims at strengthening the business environment via an improved legal framework, strengthened economic institutions, financial infrastructure, physical infrastructure, and access to

The Afghan Diaspora are a powerful force for development. Incentives can turn brain drain to gain. Incentives do not only come in monetary form. The potential to turn brain drain into gain is much larger than what is currently realized. Download the file.