Unearthed Government Plan Anticipates Civilian Focus In Afghanistan

The Canadian government has been considering details of its follow-on non-combat mission in Afghanistan after Canadian forces are withdrawn next year, reports the Globe and Mail (Toronto).

The plans were uncovered when a secret PowerPoint presentation was obtained via a request for information from the office of the chief of the Defense Staff.

The follow-on mission is expected to focus on development and diplomacy focused out of Kabul, according to the presentation delivered...