KUDOS TO EMBASSY PRAGUE

UNCLAS STATE 009653 SENSITIVE SIPDIS FOR CHARGE FROM ACTING A/S MCELDOWNEY E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: APER AMGT EZ SUBJECT: KUDOS TO EMBASSY PRAGUE Congratulations on concluding a very successful PRT conference this week. Embassy Prague's execution of this event involving over 250 representatives from 46 countries was absolutely outstanding. The mission's extensive coordination with the Czech government, other foreign governments, Department colleagues, NGOs, and media organizations resulted in an impressive conference, highlighting the areas in which our European partners are most active: building Afghan capacity to provide security, strengthening Afghan institutions, and promoting economic development. I would especially like to recognize Acting Deputy Chief of Mission John Law, Acting Public Affairs Officer John Vance, and other Embassy colleagues whose efforts ensured the conference's success. On behalf of Assistant Secretary Gordon and the entire bureau, thank you for your outstanding work in drawing attention to, and building public support for, the critical contributions that our European partners are making in Afghanistan. CLINTON