The emergence of bourgeois nationalism and proletarian struggle in the modernized institutions of Afghanistan.
New Politics, New Classes, New Struggles
Category: Briefs
The Birth of Modern Afghanistan
To understand the politics of Afghanistan in 2021 it is necessary that we understand the country's relationships with the Great Powers. These powerful states have intervened in Afghanistan's civil wars throughout the 20th Century and their interference began much earlier. Our investigation will begin with the contest between two European colonial empires.
Sufi Masters of Southern Xinjiang
To understand the motives of Islamists and other traditionalists in Xinjiang we must examine the traditional societies that they wish to revive.
A brief history of ETIM and al-Qaeda
Many bombings and other terror attacks have been carried out in Xinjiang since 1990. Several organizations and individuals have taken credit for or have been named as responsible for these attacks. The PRC refers to the main group by the name East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM).
Sinophile Khans and Nationalist Turks
A brief overview of Yulbars Khan, the rebel prince who became Chiang Kai-Shek's Governor of Xinjiang in exile.
Liminal States 