Afghanistan plans ambitious vision for the future

(Reuters) - Afghanistan will seek greater control of billions in development funds at a major international meeting on Tuesday, promising in return to take on more responsibility for security as well as generate economic growth.

Some rights groups fear that as the west disengages, the government will try to cut a peace deal with the Taliban that will sacrifice gains made since the 2001 overthrow of hardline Islamist group.

"Amnesty International fears that human rights, including women's rights, will be compromised as the Afghan government and its US/NATO partners seek a quick solution to the conflict," said Sam Zarifi, the group's Asia-Pacific director. .... - Afghanistan plans ambitious vision for the future

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