Press releases
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28 Jan 2010 - KABUL - The World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have agreed to support US$1.6 billion in debt relief for the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Dari
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24 Jan 2010 - KABUL - I respect the Independent Election Commission’s (IEC) decision to postpone Afghanistan’s Parliamentary elections until 18 September 2010. Dari and Pashto
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18 Jan 2010 - KABUL - This morning, insurgents carried out coordinated attacks against government institutions in Kabul. The details of the attack and the number of people killed and injured are still emerging. The location of the attack, in central Kabul, at a time when many civilians were present, demonstrates a staggering disregard for civilian lives.
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18 Jan 2010 - KABUL - This morning there have been coordinated insurgent attacks in several locations of Kabul city. While details remain unclear early reports indicate the involvement of numerous suicide bombers attacking Government buildings close to the Presidential Palace and the Ministry of Justice. We are aware that the Taliban have claimed responsibility for this attack. We condemn this attack unreservedly.
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18 Jan 2010 - KABUL - Enhancing transparency and efficiency of customs facilitation dramatically increases Afghan trade volumes and revenue collection.