13:37
16.2.2014
Naim: We want to build local reconciliation councils at district and provincial levels. We would appoint neutral figures to these councils to promote peace. We need to adopt a better foreign policy too.
13:35
16.2.2014
Arsala: Peace is in our hands. We need to move the peace talks forward by ensuring participation of all Afghans. In addition, we need better governance and poverty eradication to gain the sympathies of our people. We also need to improve our relations with our neighbors and the international community.
13:33
16.2.2014
Ghani: Peace has three aspects, international, regional and domestic. We need to indicate that we will defend our political system. I support comprehensive talks for reconciliation among Afghans.
13:30
16.2.2014
Ayazi -- Fourth Question: Afghan President Hamid Karzai has said that the key to peace in Afghanistan is in the hands of the United States and Pakistan. What do you think about this statement. How do you plan to bring peace and stability in Afghanistan?
13:27
16.2.2014
Ghani: We have to reorient our economy to become productive rather than one dependent on spending.
13:25
16.2.2014
Arsala: We have a lot of potential in agriculture and mineral development. We can only attract investment if we improve governance. We potentially have $3 trillion in mineral wealth.
13:23
16.2.2014
Ghani: I am not pessimistic about the decline of international assistance. But improving governance will go a long way to develop our economy. Stability will also attract private investment. We have a potential of attracting $46 billion from Afghans living abroad.
13:22
16.2.2014
Naim: Agriculture and mineral development are important. We would also like to turn Afghanistan into a gateway between Central Asia and South Asia.
13:19
16.2.2014
Akbar Ayazi -- Third Question: What are you plans for economic development after the planned decline in foreign assistance next year?
13:18
16.2.2014
Arsala: I would like to recognize the sacrifices of ordinary mujahedeen fighters. We need to look after those who sacrificed their loved one for our nation.