Sri Lanka's Minister of Public Administration and Home Affairs,Sarath Amunugama, says the government has taken a policy decision to develop the Tamil-dominated provinces which,for years, were effectively controlled by the now-defeated rebels.

VOA: standard.2009.11.09

At a news briefing, Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs P.J.Crowley made clear that the Obama administration opposes Dostum's return and possible future role in the government, and that it is reviewing human rights charges against him.

VOA: standard.2009.08.17