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Hillary Clinton: “The future of Afghanistan belongs to its government and its people. And I welcome the clear vision presented by…”

On the recordJuly 7, 2012
The future of Afghanistan belongs to its government and its people. And I welcome the clear vision presented by President Karzai and the Afghan Government today for unlocking Afghanistan's economic potential by achieving a stable, democratic future. That must include fighting corruption, improving governance, strengthening the rule of law, and increasing access to economic opportunity for all Afghans, especially for women.
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Hillary Clinton
Democratic · New York

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Clinton emphasizes the Afghan government's role in its future and the importance of governance and women's rights.

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