Afghanistan Narcotics and U.S. Policy

In addition to describing the structure and development of the Afghan narcotics trade, this book provides current statistical information, profiles the trade's various participants, explores alleged narco-terrorist linkages, and reviews U.S. and international policy responses since late 2001. The book also considers current policy debates regarding the role of the U.S. military in counternarcotics operations, opium poppy eradication, alternative livelihood development, and funding issues.