The leaders of the National Unity Government (NUG) of Afghanistan expressed their happiness with the US new strategy for Afghanistan announced by Trump.
President Ghani said:” the US-Afghan partnership is stronger than ever in overcoming the threat of terrorism that we are facing. The strength of our security forces should show the Taliban and others that they cannot win a military victory. The objective of peace is paramount. Peace remains our priority.”
He added the new strategy shows an enduring commitment by Afghanistan’s foundational partner in this global conflict.
President Ghani said, “I am grateful to President Trump and the American people for this affirmation of support for our efforts to achieve self-reliance and for our joint struggle to rid the region from the threat of terrorism.”
“Allowing this strategy towards stability allows the region to work together in achieving mutual goals of peace and prosperity, and provides a clear roadmap for regional countries to end support for non-state actors,” emphasized Ghani.
Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah also welcomed!
Chief Executive Dr. Abdullah Abdullah has also welcomed the new US strategy.
He said the strategy renewed the commitment of the United States to Afghanistan and to our people and it will positively impact the Afghan security forces.
“This new chapter opened by the new strategy is a unique opportunity to tackle terrorists and achieve our goals for peace,” he said.
The country’s chief executive said that Afghanistan government’s message to the Taliban and their supporters was to that the new strategy was not an invitation to peace but a chance to strengthen the peace process.
He also said the National Unity Government must strengthen the security and defense forces to protect the people against terrorists.
