As we look at what it will take to sustain the Afghan security forces at their current levels, obviously we're on an unsustainable course, given that, at the current level--or the target level, it would require about $10 billion a year.
On the recordMay 9, 2011
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Shaheen highlights the unsustainable funding needs for Afghan security forces.
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