Latvia implements development co-operation project with Afghanistan in field of strengthening rule of law, with accent on civil dimension [11 Jun 2010]

The project is implemented with the funding of 10,000 LVL allocated by the Cabinet of Ministers for Latvia's civil engagement and development co-operation projects in Afghanistan. Latvia supports a comprehensive and balanced approach to renewal and development of Afghanistan, where beside military efforts an ever increasing role is played by civil engagement and development co-operation.

Since 2007, Latvia has been realising development co-operation projects in Afghanistan in the fields such as strengthening the rule of law, the promotion of social and economic integration of women, and the improvement of the water supply system. Having evaluated the successful co-operation projects of the previous years and being aware of Afghanistan's role in safeguarding security and stability in the region, Latvia is planning to continue with development co-operation projects in priority areas, thus emphasising the significance of civil dimension for stabilising Afghanistan. As reported earlier, Latvia has been an active participant in the international military operation in Afghanistan where currently 175 Latvian soldiers are on a mission.