International relations between Benin and Afghanistan

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The relation between Benin and Afghanistan is NEUTRAL, with an overall score of 5.0 out of 10. The chances of a conflict between both countries are extremely rare.

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Profile summary of Benin

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Benin Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Porto-Novo
Population 12 123 200
Land Area (sq km) 114 305
Main religion Indigenous beliefs, Christianity, Islam
Life Expectancy 60 years

Benin is a country located in West Africa. It is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, and Mali and Burkina Faso to the north. Benin has a population of about 11.5 million people and its official language is French. The country has a presidential representative democratic republic form of government, with the president serving as both the head of state and the head of government. The economy of Benin is primarily based on agriculture, with the majority of the population working in this sector. The main crops grown in Benin include cotton, corn, beans, yams, and cassava. Benin is also rich in natural resources, including limestone, marble, and oil. Benin has a long history of political instability, with numerous coups and attempted coups occurring over the years. However, the country has made progress in recent years in terms of improving its democratic institutions and strengthening the rule of law. Benin is a member of the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and the West African Monetary Union (UEMOA).

Profile summary of Afghanistan

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Afghanistan Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Kabul
Population 38 928 346
Land Area (sq km) 652 864
Main religion Islam
Life Expectancy 65 years

Afghanistan is a country located in South and Central Asia. It is bordered by Pakistan to the south and east, Iran to the west, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan to the north, and China to the far northeast. The country has a complex history and has been a battleground for various powers throughout its history. In recent times, Afghanistan has been embroiled in conflict for several decades, starting with the Soviet invasion in 1979 and continuing with the civil war that followed. The country has also been a major theater of operations in the War on Terror, with the United States and other countries intervening in the country after the September 11th attacks in 2001. Since then, Afghanistan has seen significant political and social upheaval, including the rise and fall of the Taliban, the establishment of a new government, and ongoing violence and conflict with various militant groups. The country has also struggled with issues such as corruption, poverty, and a lack of infrastructure and development. Despite these challenges, Afghanistan has made some progress in recent years, including holding successful elections and making progress on issues such as women's rights and education. However, the country still faces many challenges and will likely continue to be a focus of international attention for the foreseeable future.


The strengths and weaknesses of each country:

In terms of population, the Afghanistan's population is 3.21 bigger than the population of Benin (population of Afghanistan: 38 928 346, population of Benin: 12 123 200).

The Afghanistan's land area is 5.71 bigger than the land area of Benin (land area (sq km) of Afghanistan: 652 864, land area (sq km) of Benin: 114 305).

The position in the international influence ranking of Afghanistan is 58, while Benin is situated 138 places below in the ranking (position 196).

Afghanistan maintains contact with 34 countries, while Benin maintains contact with 9 countries.

Afghanistan maintains an excellent relation with 7 countries, while in the case of Benin, this figure drops to 0.


Conflict Simulator: Benin vs Afghanistan


Solo scenario: Benin vs Afghanistan

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Afghanistan with a 92.4% probability.

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