155. Editorial Note
On January 27, the proposals of Ambassador Byroade for expediting construction projects in Afghanistan were discussed briefly at a luncheon meeting of the Operations Coordinating Board. The following points were raised:
“During a discussion of recent proposals by Ambassador Byroade to expedite construction projects in Afghanistan, Mr. Merchant said he was satisfied that ICA is treating these problems on a priority basis. He noted that a team of US military engineers would be proceeding shortly to Afghanistan to survey problem projects. General understanding was expressed by the members of procedural difficulties mentioned by Mr. Riddleberger (ICA) as imposed by Congress.” (Department of State, S/S–OCB Files: Lot 61 D 385, Afghanistan)