Afghanistan

This inquiry will examine the security situation in Afghanistan; the progress of withdrawal of UK forces and equipment; expected assistance to the Afghan National Security Forces after 2014; the impact on Afghanistan of the new Government in Pakistan; and UK relations with Afghanistan and Pakistan after 2014. The Committee is particularly interested in: Afghanistan Progress … Show more

This inquiry will examine the security situation in Afghanistan; the progress of withdrawal of UK forces and equipment; expected assistance to the Afghan National Security Forces after 2014; the impact on Afghanistan of the new Government in Pakistan; and UK relations with Afghanistan and Pakistan after 2014. The Committee is particularly interested in: Afghanistan Progress towards the withdrawal of UK and ISAF combat troops; The transfer of responsibility for security in Afghanistan to Afghan Forces; The capacity of Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) to provide protection for ISAF forces during the withdrawal and for international forces providing continuing support such as training; and Progress on providing enablers for the ANSF such as medical support, logistics and air support. Pakistan Prospects for future political and security co-operation with Afghanistan; and Pakistan’s role in reconciliation and peace-building, including mediation with the Taliban. Show less