Afghanistan: The Aftermath

Afghanistan: The Aftermath February 2002
For decades, Afghan men and women have suffered the pains of conflict, famine, and massive displacement.Today, they face the tough challenge of how they can reconstruct, recover, and rise from the rubble. View the images and begin the journey of war-torn Afghanistan.

	"We believe that the reconstruction process should be led by Afghan men and women in all stages, from planning to implementation. This participatory approach is essential to ensure the necessary ownership of and commitment to the rehabilitation process." --Tadao Chino ADB President
"As we found in other post-conflict countries, women will undoubtedly make valuable contributions to the reconstruction effort and the sustainable social development." --Tadao Chino ADB President

"No one is going to reconstruct Afghanistan for us. We need support but we have to lead." -- Afghan participant Islamabad Conference
		"We believe that agriculture, infrastructure and social sectors are crucial for rehabilitation and reconstruction." --Tadao Chino ADB President
"It is our responsibility to help the Afghan people to realize their full potential." --Tadao Chino ADB President

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