Category Archives: Reconstruction

The Afghan Legacy

Posted on July 6, 2013 by

New York Times July 5, 2013 Pg. 18 The Afghan Legacy Along with waging war in Afghanistan, the United States has worked to rebuild the country. But, after more than a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Afghanistan Agricultural Program: Poor Coordination, Waste & Mismanagement

Posted on June 28, 2013 by

Today SIGAR released an alert letter highlighting concerns with USAID’s Southern Regional Agricultural Development (S-RAD) program, a $70 million cooperative agreement awarded to International Relief and Development (IRD).  SIGAR’s review found… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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How Many Afghan Hearts and Minds Do You Win When a School Collapses?

Posted on June 27, 2013 by

Peter Van Buren Author, ‘We Meant Well’ and the upcoming ‘Ghosts of Tom Joad, A Story of the #99Percent’ How Many Afghan Hearts and Minds Do You Win When a School… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Learning from Iraq: A New Model for Stability and Reconstruction Operations

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

Learning from Iraq: A New Model for Stability and Reconstruction Operations Tue, 5/21/2013 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm The Middle East Institute is pleased to welcome Stuart Bowen, the Special Inspector… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Kabul’s Tax Levies Raise Flags From U.S. Watchdog

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

Wall Street Journal May 14, 2013 Pg. 10 Kabul’s Tax Levies Raise Flags From U.S. Watchdog By Nathan Hodge WASHINGTON—Afghanistan’s cash-strapped government has levied nearly $1 billion in taxes and fees… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Iraq reconstruction has lessons on tackling corruption – US inspector

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Iraq reconstruction has lessons on tackling corruption – US inspector Source: Thomson Reuters Foundation – Thu, 2 May 2013 11:09 AM Author: Stella Dawson More news from our correspondents A view… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Promised jobs in Iraq, 20 youth return empty-handed

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

Promised jobs in Iraq, 20 youth return empty-handed Anju Agnihotri Chaba : Jalandhar, Wed Apr 24 2013, 09:02 hrs Claim they were sold and forced to work at gun-point with no… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Audit Criticizes USAID On Power Project In Afghanistan

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

McClatchy Newspapers April 18, 2013 Audit Criticizes USAID On Power Project In Afghanistan By Lindsay Wise, McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON — The U.S. goal of building a self-sufficient power network in Afghanistan… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Review Of The American Reconstruction Of Iraq, An Interview With Former Deputy Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction Ginger Cruz

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 Review Of The American Reconstruction Of Iraq, An Interview With Former Deputy Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction Ginger Cruz Ginger Cruz is currently the CEO of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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TESTIMONY-BY: PAUL H. COOKSEY, DEPUTY SPECIAL INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR IRAQ RECONSTRUCTION

Posted on April 11, 2013 by

CQ Congressional Testimony April 10, 2013 Wednesday ACCOUNTABILITY IN U.S. FOREIGN ASSISTANCE; COMMITTEE: HOUSE OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM  TESTIMONY-BY: PAUL H. COOKSEY, DEPUTY  SPECIAL INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR IRAQ RECONSTRUCTION Chairman Issa,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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