VETERANS' Affairs Minister Warren Snowdon has concluded a surprise visit to Afghanistan, declaring Australian troops close to completing their mission.
Mr Snowdon met senior Australian commanders at the main base at Tarin Kowt, as well as Afghan government officials.
He said there were clear indications of the growing capability of Afghan forces who would take full responsibility for security in Oruzgan province at the end of this year.
"Although Australia is close to completing a successful mission in Afghanistan, we remember that 39 young Australians made the ultimate sacrifice and many more have been wounded or otherwise injured. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten," he said in a statement.
Mr Snowdon said he saw for himself the progress in remediating the base at Tarin Kowt and preparing for redeployment of ADF personnel and equipment back to Australia.
"This is a crucial component of Australia successfully concluding its mission in Oruzgan at the end of this year," he said.
During the visit, Mr Snowdon told Australian soldiers they had made a tangible and meaningful contribution to the security and future of Afghanistan.
"All Australians should be rightfully proud of the outstanding work done by our servicemen and women on this mission of such importance," he said.
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