Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the 44th meeting of the Standing Committee on National Defence.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), today we'll have a briefing on the process being developed related to the withdrawal of the Canadian Forces from Afghanistan in 2011.
We have with us today three witnesses.
From the Department of National Defence, we have the pleasure of welcoming General Natynczyk, as well as Major-General McQuillan and Lieutenant-General Lessard. Gentlemen, welcome to our committee.
The general will have the floor for 15 to 20 minutes. You have the floor. Thank you.