Mike Pence and President of Afghanistan discussed the US strategy in the region

Almaty. November 8. Silkroadnews – On Tuesday US Vice President Mike Pence spoke with Afghanistan’s President Ashraf Ghani by phone, they discussed a new Washington strategy in the region and fight against terrorism, the Afghan News Agency (AfTAG) reports referring to the White House’s press office.
“The Vice President discussed the security situation in Afghanistan and the impact of President Trump's South Asia strategy on the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces' morale, as well as the Taliban's view of their battlefield capabilities,” the report reads.
Pence also commended Afghan troops for their bravery and contribution to fight against terrorists, such as the Islamic State and al-Qaida.
Pence noted the efforts that Kabul is taking to implement the necessary reforms, as well as the forthcoming elections. In conclusion, partners in conversation “reaffirmed the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Afghanistan.”
To remind, on August 21 President Trump addressing the U.S. troops and the nation from Fort Myer in Arlington, announced a new strategy to go forward in Afghanistan. Washington will no longer report the number of its military contingent in the republic, nor announce plans for the beginning or ending of military operations, with the U.S. military to concentrate there on the fight against terrorism.