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U.S. Experience with Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Afghanistan
Speakers at this forum described the American and Afghan experience with Provincial Reconstruction Teams. These innovative and often controversial civil-military organizations are now an established feature of the U.S. and NATO's effort to improve security, extend the authority of the central government, and promote economic prosperity in Afghanistan.
Security, Governance and Reconstruction: What Have We Learned in Iraq and Afghanistan?
Important lessons for future U.S. peace and stability operations have emerged in Iraq and Afghanistan. This is particularly true in the critical areas of public security, governance and reconstruction.