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Durbin challenged Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police leaders to work together and emphasized the importance of leadership. “You need to facilitate cooperation and coordination between the [Afghan National Army] and [Afghan National Police] at all levels,” he said. “Your organizations have to share communications so they can react and reinforce each other quickly.” While the international community can provide resources such as ammunition, weapons and vehicles, these alone will not make the Afghan security forces effective, Durbin said. “What will make your organizations effective is solid leadership,” he said. The Afghan army and Afghan police already have made significant contributions to Afghanistan’s stability and security, Durbin said. “Thank you for your service, your sacrifice and your courage,” he told Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police members. “I have tremendous respect for you all.” Durbin said he plans to visit Afghan National Army corps commanders and Afghan National Police training centers throughout Afghanistan on a regular basis. |
