By AWAD MUSTAFA
DUBAI — Despite the security situation in Afghanistan, the Afghan National Forces have developed the independence to take the lead in the country, according to the commander of Australian forces in the Middle East.
Maj. Gen. Craig Orme said Australia’s 12-year contribution to operations in the country has helped develop the Afghan Army and security forces.
“The security situation in Afghanistan continues to be challenging, but Australia’s contribution in Uruzgan province to the Afghan National Army has put it in a position where they are able to take the lead,” he said.
“We have withdrawn from Uruzgan province, however we still maintain an advisory role,” he added. “Certainly the Afghan forces have developed the independence to conduct operations on their own and as the Afghan National Army has stood up, we are standing down.”
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