Afghanistan Security: U.S.-Funded Equipment for the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces
Abstract
Developing independently capable Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) is a key component of U.S. and coalition efforts to counter terrorist threats and create sustainable security and stability in Afghanistan.1 Since 2002, the United States has worked to train and equip these forces, with assistance from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members and other coalition nations. In January 2015, the ANDSF formally assumed security responsibilities for all of Afghanistan. Through the NATO-led mission Resolute Support, the United States continues to train and equip the ANDSF in order to develop them into more effective and sustainable forces that can protect the Afghan people and contribute to regional and international security. However, as reported by the Departments of Defense (DOD) and State (State), Afghanistans stability and security continue to face threats from the Taliban-led insurgency, criminal networks, and terrorist organizations, including the Islamic State of Iraq and SyriaKhorasan.2
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 10, 2017
- Accession Number
- AD1163981
Entities
People
- Jessica Farb
Organizations
- United States Government Accountability Office