Combined Security Transition Command - Afghanistan
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The Combined Security Transition Command - Afghanistan (CSTC-A), in partnership with the Government of Afghanistan and the international community, plans, programs and implements reform of the Afghan National Security Forces which consist of the Afghan National Army (ANA) and the Afghan National Police (ANP) in order to develop a stable Afghanistan, strengthen the rule of law, and deter and defeat terrorism within its borders.
CSTC-A is engaged in the development of the Afghan National Army, by assisting in Ministerial development, creation of institutional and intermediate Commands and the training of tactical forces in order to create a professional Army and Air Corps capable of providing security within Afgahnistan's borders. CSTC-A's recent assumption of the United States Government's role in reforming the Afghan National Police provides a historic opportunity to help provide stable rule of law in Afghanistan. CSTC-A works with Germany, the lead nation in Afghan Police reform, and other members of the international community to collectively deliver a professional police force that will enhance the security of the Afghan people.
Under CSTC-A’s operational control is Task Force Phoenix, which is responsible for training the Afghan National Army.
