Tuesday, May 1, 2012

VOA News: Asia: Obama Arrives in Afghanistan to Mark bin Laden Death Anniversary

VOA News: Asia
Asia Voice of America
Obama Arrives in Afghanistan to Mark bin Laden Death Anniversary
May 1st 2012, 19:22

U.S. President Barack Obama has arrived in Afghanistan on a secret trip to mark the first anniversary of the killing of al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden.

Mr. Obama is expected to sign a strategic partnership agreement setting conditions for a U.S. presence there after a 2014 deadline for the withdrawal of most NATO combat forces.

The whirlwind visit will culminate with a live, televised address to the American people.

Some information for this report was provided by AP, AFP and Reuters.

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