"We commend Dr. Ghani and Dr. Abdullah on the formation of a government of national unity, which offers a decisive way forward for the Afghan people. USAID stands ready to assist the new government in sustaining the impressive gains made over the past twelve years in areas such as health, gender and education. With the support of Congress, we are committed to working with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to continue to build security and boost economic growth. USAID remains committed to its partnership with Afghanistan, and will continue to support efforts to spur investment, strengthen accountability, create jobs, and unlock a more prosperous future for Afghanistan."