UK: Tony Blair: West needs to figure out how to deal with 'radical Islam' without US

The video discusses the potential for development in Afghanistan during the 1960s and the challenges that prevented it. It compares the intervention outcomes in Kosovo and Afghanistan, highlighting ongoing tensions in the Balkans despite progress. The discussion shifts to Africa, emphasizing the importance of security for development, with Mozambique as a case study. The speaker stresses the need for governance in security to enable development, as instability hinders progress.

What was a significant factor that prevented Afghanistan from developing in a positive way during the 1960s?

• Economic sanctions

• Geographical isolation

• Political instability and conflict

• Lack of natural resources

How does the speaker compare the interventions in Kosovo and Afghanistan?

• Afghanistan succeeded while Kosovo failed

• Both were equally successful

• Kosovo succeeded while Afghanistan failed

• Both faced similar challenges

What is identified as a key factor that allowed the Balkans to make progress?

• Absence of terrorism and security threats

• International trade agreements

• Economic investments

• Cultural exchanges

What is a major concern for African countries like Mozambique according to the speaker?

• Decline in agricultural productivity

• Shortage of healthcare services

• Inability to govern the security space

• Lack of educational facilities

Why is it difficult for countries to develop if they cannot govern the security space?

• Because they lack international support

• Because they have no natural resources

• Because infrastructure is often destroyed

• Because they face economic sanctions