Karzai provided no details when he spoke Thursday at a gathering on rural development. But he has said in the past that the United States must commit to boost Afghan security, strengthen its armed forces and provide long-term economic development assistance.
Karzai says the U.S. should pay for the agreement, a reference to a demand for rent to lease up to nine bases in Afghanistan. He didn`t say how much money Afghanistan wants, but it`s thought to be over $6 billion.
The U.S. has said it`s not seeking permanent bases in Afghanistan.
The agreement is expected by year`s end.
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