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The most daunting task for Gani and Abdullah is to bring peace to the country

Afghanistan will be taking over full responsibility for its security in 2014

It would be best if Washington continues to partner with the Afghan president on BSA without resorting to intimidation

An overstaying of the US forces past 2016 will also give credence to the notion that the former is committed to the security of Afghanistan and will not let it down

An overstaying of the US forces past 2016 will also give credence to the notion that the former is committed to the security of Afghanistan and will not let it down

All the people want is a wise leader at the helm of affairs with the vision and capacity to lead the country

A stabilising engagement by the US will ensure Afghanistan’s success

Karzai and his team must make the political transition a success

Engaging China in the political process can be considered a major foreign policy success of Afghan President Gani

If Pakistan wants to save the peace dialogue, it must use its influence on the Taliban and Haqqani networks to stop all kinds of militant operations

The ball is in Abdullah’s court to ensure a smooth transition of power

People in both the countries are eager to see the start of a new chapter in bilateral relations to reap mutual benefits