NATO Defence Ministers confirm enduring support for Afghanistan - nato.int

Ministers welcomed the Afghan government’s ambitious programme of reforms, and encouraged them to implement these quickly and thoroughly. “They are determined to bring peace to their country,” said Mr. Stoltenberg, adding “we strongly support the Afghan government in their efforts.”

“Our forces continue to provide training, advice and assistance,” said the Secretary General, adding “we are beginning to plan for the next stage of our Resolute Support mission.”

Recalling the decision made by Foreign Ministers in May to support Afghanistan’s security institutions after the end of the Resolute Support mission, Mr. Stoltenberg said: “we have confirmed our commitment to a civilian-led presence” in order to “further develop Afghan security institutions.”

Calling this a “time of changes and challenges”, the Secretary General concluded “together, we will rise to the challenges and we will stand together.”  Read More at  NATO Defence Ministers
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