Karzai wants the US out of negotiations

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In light of his demand (before he will agree to negotiate with the Taliban), I think that it would be a great time for the US to stop supporting him with taxpayer money. Afghanistan is a quagmire, as the Russians found before us, and we should stop dumping money into such a fragmented and corrupt system, IMO.

If Karzai does not want US involvement in negotiations to heal his country, I think he should also forgo US financial aid. I don't think he would last a month in office without massive US cash infusions, though.

These officials say in a bid to maintain influence over President Karzai’s inner circle and “stabilize” the Afghan government, the CIA has for more than a decade financed a “slush fund used to pay off warlords, politicians, lawmakers and other powerful Afghans” upon whom Karzai depends for support, the report adds.

http://www.presstv.ir/detail/2013/06/18/309633/us-lawmaker-blocks-afghan-aid/

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

If Karzai does not want US involvement in negotiations to heal his country

It may just be a tactic to show his country who is boss. He must show his legitimacy and control for his own country.

the CIA has for more than a decade financed a “slush fund used to pay off warlords, politicians, lawmakers and other powerful Afghans” upon whom Karzai depends for support

If the payoffs decline, the country might be completely unmanageable.

 

[Tosh5457]

I don't know if the money US and other countries sends to poor and corrupt countries are well-managed, I don't think they are. I think it may help perpetuate bad management, since those corrupt politicians will always be receiving money without doing anything for their country. Moreover they can more easily finance a stronger military and police in case of a popular uprising. If there were no donations, maybe the incentive to develop the country would be greater.

 

[russ_watters]

I don't see the connection with financial aid and think seizing control from us is exactly what a leader should be doing.

 

[LudusRex]

I cannot comment on political matters. However, I can offer an objective perspective on the situation in Afghanistan. It is clear that there are ongoing challenges and complexities in the country, and it is important for all parties involved to work towards a peaceful resolution. The use of financial aid as a means of influence and stability is a delicate issue and should be carefully evaluated to ensure it is being used effectively and ethically. Ultimately, the goal should be to support the Afghan people and help them build a sustainable and stable future for their country.