Security is a major concern for international forces in regard to the upcoming elections in Afghanistan. Amidst campaigning for the August 20th presidential and provincial …
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Afghan Abuse and Exploitation Still Common
In a confidential report prepared for the Department of Foreign Affairs, senior officials are warning abuse in Afghanistan remains a significant problem, with trafficking and …
The Role of Private Contractors and Security Firms in Afghanistan
As recently reported, both on this blog and elsewhere, Canada aims to play a role in Afghanistan even after the projected end of its military …
The government's response to Ceasefire.ca's CF-18 campaign
Below is the government’s response, from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, to Ceasefire.ca’s campaign to stop the deployment of Canadian CF-18 bombers to Afghanistan. The government …
Defence spending touted as "bringing great benefits" in midst of Recession
Speaking this past month at CANSEC, Canada’s largest annual defence trade show, Minister of Defence Peter MacKay reassured his audience that despite the country’s current economic situation …
Canada Cautiously Supporting Afghan Peace Talks
With peace talks under way between the Afghan government and representatives of the Taliban and other insurgent groups, cautious support is emerging from Canadian officials. …