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In summary, China has decided to send one officer to Afghanistan, which may be seen as a symbolic gesture by analysts. This officer has drug enforcement experience and could potentially serve as a liaison to counterparts in China to address the issue of opium and extremist groups in Western China. However, it is possible that this decision also carries hidden messages for the Bush administration.
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China to aid in PeaceKeeping of Aghanistan...

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/3398943.stm

It is not clear why China has decided to send just one officer to Afghanistan but analysts say it may be to play a symbolic part in helping a neighbouring country.


wtf? haha!
 
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Sending 100 is symbolic (lots of countries have done that), sending 1 is a slap in the face.
 
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Maybe he is really really good, a one man army.
 
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probably the only willing soldier in the army, the rest are from national service so don't give a damn...!
 
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Originally posted by russ_watters
Sending 100 is symbolic (lots of countries have done that), sending 1 is a slap in the face.
Like leaving a quarter tip, isn't it? LOL
 
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It is possible that it is just a slap, but there is another, more probable explanation.

It states clearly that he has drug enforcement experience. He may be acting as a liaison to counterparts in China. Western China actually does have a significant problem with opium based drugs and fundamentalist Muslim extremists. Afghanistan exports both.

Njorl
 
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Problem is, you get one Chinese officer and half an hour later you want another!

Originally posted by Njorl
It is possible that it is just a slap, but there is another, more probable explanation.

It states clearly that he has drug enforcement experience. He may be acting as a liaison to counterparts in China. Western China actually does have a significant problem with opium based drugs and fundamentalist Muslim extremists. Afghanistan exports both.

Njorl

Sounds somewhat plausable, but even for that purpose one would expect them to send a small task force, not a single individual. Perhaps they are using their childbirth phylosophy; each parent nation is allowed only one new Chinese person?
 
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The way the game is played at this level, I suspect there are all kinds of coded messages in this one gesture, primarily for the Bush team.
 

Related to China to aid in PeaceKeeping of Aghanistan .

1. How is China involved in Peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan?

China has been involved in Peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan since 2002, when it first sent a group of engineers to assist in reconstruction efforts. Since then, China has also sent police officers, medical teams, and other personnel to support the stability and development of Afghanistan.

2. What is China's role in the United Nations Peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan?

China is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and plays a key role in authorizing and funding the UN Peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan. China also contributes troops, equipment, and funding to support the mission.

3. How many Chinese peacekeepers are currently stationed in Afghanistan?

As of 2021, there are approximately 2,500 Chinese peacekeepers in Afghanistan, making it one of the largest contributors to the UN Peacekeeping mission in the country.

4. What are China's main objectives in Peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan?

China's main objectives in Peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan include maintaining regional stability, promoting economic development, and supporting the reconstruction of infrastructure and institutions. China also aims to enhance cooperation and mutual trust with neighboring countries through its involvement in peacekeeping efforts.

5. How does China's involvement in Peacekeeping efforts benefit both China and Afghanistan?

China's involvement in Peacekeeping efforts in Afghanistan benefits both countries in several ways. For China, it helps promote its image as a responsible global leader and strengthens its relations with neighboring countries. For Afghanistan, it provides much-needed support for its reconstruction and development, as well as contributes to the overall stability and security of the region.

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