Saturday, May 19, 2012

Rampant Corruption In Afghanistan



Corruption Is Afghanistan's Biggest Problem As Foreign Forces Prepare To Leave -- CBS News

(CBS News) KABUL - President Barack Obama held his first meeting with the new French president today at the White House, ahead of this weekend's G-8 summit.

Francois Hollande said he plans to pull 3,000 French combat troops out of Afghanistan by the end of this year - two years ahead of schedule. Mr. Obama said the French have agreed to help with the NATO effort in other ways.

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My Comment: Afghanistan is not the only country that suffers from corruption .... but considering the poverty and the ongoing war .... it is definitely the biggest obstacle for a better life for most Afghans.

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