Bahrami praises outgoing NATO, US forces commander in Afghanistan

KABUL forces commander Ge. John Nicholson, a statement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said on Thursday.

Interior Minister Wais Ahmad Barmak, Muhammad Masoom Stanikzai, Director of National Directorate of Security, Defense and Interior Ministries’ generals were in attendance, the statement said.

During the ceremony held at MoD, Bahrami first thanked General Nicholson for his assistance and advice and further added: “General Nicholson tried his best to coordinate efforts between resolute support command and Afghan National Defense and Security institutions in regional and international relations section,”

His Gen. Nicholson’s efforts resulted in extension of NATO and international communities’ commitment.”

Lt. Gen Bahrami congratulated Thomas Meler on his new assignment and said: “together with new RS leadership we will work to enhance ANA capabilities, bring peace and strengthen Afghanistan’s relations with its strategic partners.”

Latter, General Nicholson added: “for me it was a proud to serve alongside such heroes, fighting against international terrorism.” he also commended Afghan National Defense and Security Forces’ achievements in battle field.

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