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| Afghan Govt Talks New Strategic Partnership with the US |
| 2011-03-17 |
| [Tolo News] Afghan government and the US have discussed a new strategic partnership for further improvement of mutual strategic relations between the two nations. There's a long sentence that said precisely nothing... During the discussions participated by senior US officials between 13-14 March, both sides "underlined support for an Afghan-led reconciliation process that protects the rights of all Afghans, including women," a statement by Office of President Karzai's National Security Advisor said. Foreign Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Ahmad Zaher Faqiri told TOLOnews that the discussions would be fruitful in building up Afghan capacities and strengthening relations with the United States. The statement said both sides reached a consensus that "a stable and peaceful Afghanistan, that is not a safe haven for international terrorism, would serve as an anchor for long-term regional stability and contribute to international security." The next round of discussions is expected to begin in April. "The discussions were held at the Presidential Palace and the first round of talks was focused on a joint strategic partnership document," Mr Faqiri said. During the talks Afghanistan and the the United states underscored that new strategic partnership will lead to capacity building in Afghan organisations and improvement of economic and political relations between Afghanistan and its neighbours, Mr Faqiri said. Meanwhile, ...back at the bunker... Deputy Foreign Minister Jawid Ludin speaking at 55th anniversary of the institute of diplomacy said security situation in Afghanistan will have its impact on regional security. |
| Posted by:Fred |