Despite their historical claims to the future of mankind. there is Afghanistan. Despite their continued professions of peaceful intentions. there is Afghanistan. Despite their statements that it is the United States which is responsible for the "dangerous world situation." there is Afghanistan. Despite their claims of the need for a world alliance against "western imperialism." there is Afghanistan. Mr. Speaker. I cannot help but be moved by the reports I read emanating from the refugee camps along the PakistanAfghan border region. I am certain that most of my colleagues are also moved by such tragic events. For further information on this crucial foreign policy and humanitarian matter.