13:23
15.2.2014
Sultanzai: We need to recognize the sacrifices of the security forces but we need to give them a greater purpose so they can better serve our nation.
13:22
15.2.2014
Sherzai: I have great respect for the sacrifices of the present military. The Afghan National Army is more capable than the militaries we had in the past.
13:20
15.2.2014
Wardak: We faced a lot of problems in building the military. Most militaries in the world today are volunteer. I can prove that the army is better than at any time in our history.
13:17
15.2.2014
Hilal: In the past our military had high professional standards. The officer corps needs to be better trained. But we need to go back towards conscription in recruiting soldiers.
13:15
15.2.2014
Sultanzoi: We need fundamental reforms in the army and the security forces.
13:14
15.2.2014
Ayazi -- Third Question: Afghanistan historically has a conscript military but the current volunteer army is seen as being influenced by powerful people. Can this military succeed?
13:11
15.2.2014
Wardak: Some insurgents, no doubt are disgruntled people.
13:10
15.2.2014
Hilal: A neutral shura (council) can initiate a peace process. I was not involved in violence in Afghanistan as Sultanzoi claimed.
13:09
15.2.2014
Sherzai: A credible and independent administration with the help of the council I proposed can bring peace. A strong government is better positioned to move the peace process forward.
13:07
15.2.2014
Sultanzoi: All three fellow cadidates here had a role in fomenting insecurity in Afghanistan. Sherzai's idea of a small council can only work if we have a good governance.