Monday, February 16, 2009

NATO train from Latvia will take place in Afghanistan through Russia.

KommentariiGoodbye, Manas 04.02.2009Kirgiziya "sold" the American base for 2 billion dollarovV Riga began forming line of non-military goods for NATO troops operating in Afghanistan, RIA Novosti reported with reference to statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In the department of information and press the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that as soon as possible echelon will be sent to Central Asia by rail transit through Russia.
According to the agency, a framework agreement on transit of non-military goods has been reached between Russia and NATO in April 2008. After that the Russian side had specific discussions about the number and type of transit of goods with certain countries alliance, conducting anti-terrorist operation in Afghanistan.
Prior to this agreement on the transit were signed with Germany, France and Spain.
Recall that due to the activity of the Taliban, NATO countries have difficulties in the delivery of goods to Afghanistan, according to the traditional way - via Pakistan. In this regard, management is looking for alternative ways for the alliance supply their troops.
Soon, the flow of goods in Afghanistan may increase as U.S. president Barack Obama is planning to substantially increase American troops in the country.
In this regard, in early February, U.S. Ambassador to Tajikistan, Ann Jacobson has held talks with the leadership of this country, after which said that the U.S. will build a second bridge to Afghanistan through the border river Pyanj. In the existing bridge will be built a new customs terminal. Over time, both the bridge would have to switch to clock mode.
Furthermore, Tajikistan has promised to provide its airspace for transit cargo and personnel of NATO countries in Afghanistan.
Supply of NATO troops in Afghanistan under the existing "northern" air corridor through Central Asia may be somewhat hampered by the decision to close the transfer Kyrgyzia NATO base at the airport "Manas" a Bishkek.

No comments: