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UNCLASSIFIED<br />

major source <strong>of</strong> remittances, further contributing to the economic development <strong>of</strong> Afghanistan.<br />

A number <strong>of</strong> wealthy Afghan expatriates choose to live in the GCC states, deepening the<br />

economic, political, and familial ties between the countries.<br />

5.8: JORDAN<br />

Jordan continues to be a key supporter <strong>of</strong> the Operation Enduring Freedom mission. To this end,<br />

Jordan contributes forces to train the ANSF and provides specialized capabilities such as SOF,<br />

aviation, medical, and religious and cultural engagement. Jordan provides more than half <strong>of</strong> the<br />

advisors to the female training battalion at the Kabul Military Training Center and maintains<br />

female engagement and cultural advisory teams. Additionally, a Jordanian Engagement Team<br />

conducts training for ANA Corps leaders, religious and cultural affairs <strong>of</strong>ficers, ANA soldiers,<br />

and local religious leaders to counter the insurgency’s narrative.<br />

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