Inspectors Keep Up Pressure on Alhurra, Say Effectiveness Still in Question

by Dafna Linzer
ProPublica, April 15, 2010, 12:21 p.m.

A U.S.-run TV station that broadcasts news to the Middle East still has management problems, an inspector general's report says.

State Department’s Solution: Hire New Contractors to Oversee Naughty Contractor

by Marian Wang
ProPublica, March 25, 2010, 9:40 a.m.

After a scandal involving embassy guards in Kabul, the U.S. will put them under the supervision of other contractors.

5 Reasons U.S. Strategy to Train Afghan Police Isn’t Working, Despite Billions Spent

by Marian Wang
ProPublica, March 22, 2010, 12:50 p.m.

The Afghan National Police force is far from being ready to take over the country's security after American troops leave.

State Dept. Responds to Criticisms Over Pakistan Aid Report

by Christopher Flavelle
ProPublica, Dec. 23, 2009, 4:50 p.m.

A State Department official says it's important for Pakistanis to have "buy-in" to aid programs to foster long-term development.

Washington to Reduce Funding for U.S. Contractors in Pakistan

by Christopher Flavelle
ProPublica, Dec. 22, 2009, 9:53 a.m.

The U.S. is planning to shift more of the money it spends in Pakistan to Pakistani NGOs and contractors, a move that has raised concerns about tracking how it's spent.