Statement on the Kabul Conference
22 July 2010 (updated on 22 July 2010)
Foreign Secretary, William Hague, made a statement to the House of Commons on 21 July 2010 on the Kabul Conference and progress in Afghanistan. On 20 July 2010, the Government of Afghanistan brought together representatives of more than 70 partner countries, international and regional organisations and financial institutions to deliberate and endorse an Afghan Government-led plan for improved development, governance and stability.
- Video and Audio: Kabul Conference
- Commons Hansard: Kabul Conference
- About Parliament: Ministerial statements
- Topics: Afghanistan
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