We, as Liberals, believe in the three "D's". If we want to succeed in winning the hearts and minds of the Afghan people, we must make sure that we do not apply an à la carte formula by going from defence to development and then to diplomacy. We must work consistently within the Alliance and make sure that each party can do its work.
Other countries are already thinking of withdrawing. Nicolas Sarkozy, for instance, announced that debate was going on in France regarding the special unit and the 1,100 soldiers. If there is an 8 o'clock curfew, and the Canadians who are able and proud, get shot at during the night, there is a problem. We have to consider such factors if we want things to work.
Moreover, the Europeans are in a complicated situation. Canada, as a good boy scout, is doing exceptional work in supporting the mission and the troops. However, the NATO countries—and you go to Brussels more often than I do—will have to be more active in the front lines, for things to work.
What is the current state of negotiations with the European countries? The Dutch Parliament is already negotiating an extension of their mission. What is the situation in Europe?