December 6, 2006

The Road Ahead: Iraqi Provincial Control Desired End-State


By Master Sgt. Dave Larsen
Army News Service

BAGHDAD — A little more than two weeks into his own transition as the commanding general of the Multi-National Division - Baghdad, Maj. Gen. Joseph F. Fil, Jr. has already met twice with Iraqi provincial government leaders and is determined to continue to help move the process forward.

"All four provinces are coming along smoothly, making positive strides every day," Fil said. "The way ahead is transitioning to Provincial Iraqi Control (PIC) where they are in the lead in all aspects of running their government."

Coalition forces under Fil's control are assisting in this effort to establish local governance in the provinces of Najaf, Babil, Karbala and Baghdad.

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