First, we need to define a clear political goal: a stable status quo in Afghanistan that will prevent the country from again becoming a battlefield of regional interests and an organizational base for Al Qaeda. Without a sufficient military presence, as well as improved and reinforced reconstruction efforts, this goal is not attainable.
首先，我们得树立一个明确的政治目标：在不打破现状的前提下稳定阿富汗局势，防止这个国家再次沦为地区博弈的战场，或者成为基地组织的庇护所和大本营。要实现这一目标，需要充足的军力投入和更有效的重建努力，两者缺一不可。