It is a major challenge. We are aware of it.

It is a unique moment for Afghanistan. The whole situation has changed inside Afghanistan, in the region and in the international community,

formation of a fully represented, broad-based government.

The opportunity is there,

What is going on in the political process is a transition from war to peace. After 22 years of war, we have won the war, virtually, and we have to win the peace.

What we need is continued engagement from the United States, first of all, in the war against terror, which will help stability in Afghanistan and the whole region ... and also in the reconstruction efforts of our people,