I want to differentiate between stability and security: Stability comes from the hearts of people and acceptance of the judicial system. Security comes from the barrel of a gun and the threat of the use of force. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
We are not a battlefield and we will not allow anyone to use our territory against any of our neighbour, but we will not allow our neighbours to use our territory this way either. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
We could form a government of national unity fighting corruption. The ordinary Afghan is sick and tired of it, because it's she or he… — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
People are easily shocked when their routine is disrupted and their ease of travel is restricted. We are dealing with a complete new face… — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
We are organized by territories, whereas terrorists are organized into networks. States are very slow and terrorists are extremely fast. Intelligence sharing needs to… — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
At the end of any peace deal, the decision-maker will be the government of Afghanistan. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
Afghanistan cannot be a burden on the international community and it has to become an asset. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
Mecca and Medinah is a very special place in the hearts of every Muslim but particularly for every Afghan. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
By terrorising the people, the Taliban have sown deep doubts about the government. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
President Trump is engaging and if you get your points across then he asks you questions. — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
You know, America has profoundly shaped me, and I have two American children and unbelievably rich friendships so it will always be a source… — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
What is common among all of these groups [Taliban, Islamic State etc.] is the intent to destroy. The majority of terrorists who come to… — Ashraf Ghani Copy Share Image
![“What is common among all of these groups [Taliban, Islamic State etc.] is the intent to destroy. The majority of terrorists who come to Afghanistan are from China, Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan or North Africa. They were expelled from their countries and pushed to ours…” quote by Ashraf Ghani](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/61f/ashraf-ghani-4964_afghanistan_what-is-common-among-all-of-these-groups_168085.jpg)
