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Prime Minister rallies Canadian troops in AfghanistanNEWS RELEASE13 March 2006
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today spoke to Canadian troops serving with Task Force Afghanistan at Kandahar airfield in southern Afghanistan. “On behalf of all Canadians, I want to tell you how proud I am of the work you are doing. You have put yourselves on the line to defend our national interests, ensure Canadian leadership in world affairs, and help Afghanistan rebuild into a free, democratic and peaceful country,” said Prime Minister Harper. “Your work, serving in this UN-mandated, Canadian-led security operation, follows in the proud Canadian tradition of providing leadership on global issues and protecting our national interests,” said Prime Minister Harper. “Already, great progress has been made. Your contributions have enhanced the security of the Afghan people so they can rebuild their country and make a better life for themselves and their children,” said Prime Minister Harper. “Standing up for these core Canadian values may not always be easy. But you have our full support. Your government is behind you. And most importantly, the Canadian people are behind you,” said Prime Minister Harper. Related Items22 September 2006 22 September 2006 Video Vault - Speech by Afghan President Hamid Karzai to Parliament 22 September 2006 22 September 2006 14 September 2006 News Releases - Afghan President to visit Canada 15 June 2006 15 June 2006 News Releases - Prime Minister announces reconstruction support for Afghanistan 15 June 2006 17 May 2006 17 May 2006 Photo Gallery - Prime Minister stands by Canada's commitment to Afghanistan 14 March 2006 News Releases - Prime Minister Harper meets with Afghan President Karzai and Pakistani Prime Minister Aziz 13 March 2006 |
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