International relations between Iceland and Afghanistan

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The relation between Iceland 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 Iceland

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Iceland Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Reykjavik
Population 341 243
Land Area (sq km) 100 250
Main religion Christianity
Life Expectancy 82 years

Iceland is a small island nation located in the North Atlantic Ocean, between Greenland and Norway. It has a population of about 364,000 people and a total area of about 103,000 square kilometers. Iceland is a parliamentary republic with a president as the head of state and a prime minister as the head of government. The country has a strong economy, with a high standard of living and low unemployment. The main industries in Iceland are tourism, fishing, and aluminum production. Iceland is a member of the European Union, but it is not a member of the eurozone. It is also a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the Council of Europe. The country has a long history of political stability and has a reputation for being a peaceful and safe place to live. The Icelandic people are known for their love of nature and their strong sense of community. The country is known for its beautiful landscapes, including glaciers, geysers, and hot springs. In terms of foreign relations, Iceland has traditionally had strong ties to other Nordic countries, as well as to the United States. The country is also an active participant in international organizations, including the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.

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 114.08 bigger than the population of Iceland (population of Afghanistan: 38 928 346, population of Iceland: 341 243).

The Afghanistan's land area is 6.51 bigger than the land area of Iceland (land area (sq km) of Afghanistan: 652 864, land area (sq km) of Iceland: 100 250).

The position in the international influence ranking of Afghanistan is 58, while Iceland is situated 34 places below in the ranking (position 92).

Afghanistan maintains contact with 34 countries, while Iceland maintains contact with 28 countries.

Iceland maintains an excellent relation with 12 countries, while in the case of Afghanistan, this figure drops to 7.


Conflict Simulator: Iceland vs Afghanistan


Solo scenario: Iceland vs Afghanistan

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Afghanistan with a 66.8% probability.

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