U.S. To Support South Waziristan Reconstruction With $55 Million (4.5 Billion Rupees) In Grants
"Due to the commitment and efforts of the people of South Waziristan, the Pakistan military and civilian agencies, the militants have been forced to retreat. Now, it is time to rebuild South Waziristan," remarked Ambassador Patterson. "The U.S. is committed to this vital reconstruction effort through direct support to the Government of Pakistan."
The U.S. Government is the largest provider of assistance to FATA. Over the past two years, the U.S. has spent more than $100 million (8.4 billion rupees) in small infrastructure, education, health, and economic growth projects throughout the region. In addition, the U.S. has provided more than $300 million (25 billion rupees) to help people displaced by the fighting in FATA and NWFP. The U.S. will continue to support infrastructure development in the region, providing additional grant funding to the FATA Secretariat to re-establish education, health, and other essential services.