阿富汗愿意的企业家 支持阿富汗经济中的私营部门增长[20101122].pdf

Afghanistans Willing Entrepreneurs Supporting Private-Sector Growth in the Afghan Economy N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 0v o i c e s f r o m t h e f i e l d P o l i c y b r i e fby Jake cusack and erik malmstromHeadlines paint a bleak picture of Afghanistan.Among a host of seemingly intractable problems,the country faces rising insecurity,endemic corruption,and a struggling international effort to end what is now a decade-long war.many see significant cause for concern and little reason for hope.yet,as the United states,its NAto allies,and its partners in Afghanistan grapple to build a foundation for that countrys long term stability,there is potential for positive change within an area often neglected in the public discourse:the private sector.While the relationship between economic growth and security is complex,private sector development will undoubtedly be critical to the long-term viability of the Afghan state.1 Business formation and growth can provide a desperately needed source of sustainable tax revenue for a country that relies more heavily on foreign aid than any other country in the world.2 It can also drive job creation and income growth for a population that is concerned as m