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To: SilentZ who wrote (163621)	3/10/2003 2:11:58 AM
From: tejek	Respond to of 1574888

You must have me mixed up with Ted. I was for Afghanistan, and Iraq. Everyone is mixing me up with someone else. I am losing my identity! ;~)) ted

To: SilentZ who wrote (163621)	3/10/2003 10:40:41 AM
From: hmaly	Respond to of 1574888

Zo RE...True... but Iraq has an even more complex demographic situation, with along with neighbors who want a piece of the pie... none of Afghanistan's neighbors, save a small interest by Iran, really wanted to interfere with what we're doing in Afghanistan, and Iran gave up a couple of months in. Both Iraq and Afghanistan have regional warlords trying to rule their area of the country. However, Iraq has much better prospects for rejuvenation economically; and it is that economic revival, which is an important part of getting the varied factions to get along. Iraq has a better infrastructure, ports, and a product in demand on the world markets. Plus, there are a lot of companies who want to repair the oil fields, and double output; meaning Iraq will attract a lot of foreign investment. Foreign investment is the key to revival for both. Also, I don't see Europe staying out of the fray for Iraqi business, so a lot of European business should be forthcoming.