It can be rebuilt if other countries with selfish interests will not meddle, as has been done in the past.

It can be rebuilt if other countries with selfish interests will not meddle, as has been done in the past.

But apart from the military measures, security measures, of course, Afghanistan needs great help for building up its social life, its economic life. It has become a very poor country, neglected for many years.

We have in the last two years, we have passed 350 legislation in the parliament, most of which deal with democratization, human rights, and of course, economy.

And it is essential that in fighting terrorism, sacrifices should not be made on democracy.

We have been helping, trying to help Afghanistan in many ways, even from the beginning of... the beginnings of the '20s, 1920s, when he we were fighting our own national struggle.

Those wanting to improve democracy in their countries should not wait for permission.