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Role neokolonialismu ve vývoji bezpečnostní situace v Afghánistánu
The role of neo-colonialism in the Evolution of Security Situation in Afghanistan

Author(s): Martin Havlík
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Security and defense
Published by: Univerzita obrany - Centrum bezpečnostních a vojenskostrategických studií
Keywords: Afghanistan; Security Environment; India; Colonialism; International Relationships; Neo-colonialism; Pakistan.

Summary/Abstract: The main goal of this article is to depict the role of postcolonial theory of neo-colonialism in the development of the security situation in Afghanistan. The introductory part is devoted to defining the postcolonial approach. This part is followed by a definition of neo-colonialism as a modern form of continuation of colonialism. The next part is focused on the role of neo-colonialism itself in Afghanistan, in relation to the influence and interests of the USA. In addition, the paper outlines the main security implications as well as the distortions of Afghanistan's regional actors (Pakistan and India) as a result of US engagement in the region. The final part summarizes the essential information in the context of the theoretical requirements and signs of neo-colonialism in relation to the activities of the US and other state actors in Afghanistan and the region.

  • Issue Year: 28/2019
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 26-40
  • Page Count: 15
  • Language: Czech