"Vaša pomoć ne samo da će Afganistanu pomoći da bolje zaštiti i zbrine svoje građane, nego će i ojačati vašu važnu ulogu u osiguranju mira i stabilnosti širom svijeta," rekao je Gates.
"Your assistance will not only help Afghanistan better protect and care for its citizens, but will also reinforce your important role in ensuring peace and stability around the globe," Gates said.