Gordon Brown meeting troops in Camp Bastion

The speaker discusses their regular visits over the past four years to meet troops and assess progress. The focus is on a new phase of action in Afghanistan aimed at giving Afghans more control by training their army. This requires collaboration and the bravery of soldiers.

How often has the speaker visited to meet the troops and assess progress?

• Once in the last four years

• Twice in the last four years

• Every year for the past four years

• Every month for the past four years

What is the focus of the current stage of operations in Afghanistan?

• Increasing military presence

• Establishing new bases

• Implementing a new phase of action

• Reducing troop numbers

What is required to give Afghans more control over their own affairs?

• Building new infrastructure

• Reducing international involvement

• Training the Afghan army

• Increasing foreign aid

What is emphasized as necessary alongside training the Afghan army?

• Advanced technology

• Political negotiations

• International support

• Bravery of soldiers

What is the ultimate goal of the new phase of action in Afghanistan?

• To increase military funding

• To expand territorial control

• To establish peace treaties

• To give Afghans more control