The number of American civilian officers in Afghanistan will increase, particularly in the foreign service.  The goal is to strengthen non-military institutions, particularly those that form the foundation for democratic governance.  The specifics of these efforts will be determined later.

 

The strategy also commits to facilitate a stronger tri-partite dialogue with the US, India and Pakistan.

The Smart Power hinges on well-placed diplomatic action.  In outlining the foreign policy tools under Smart Power, all are diplomatic.  Clinton does not seek to redefine diplomacy as much as broaden its definition.  She seeks to diversify and broaden the schedule of tactical diplomatic options that the State Dept. considers when dealing with foreign questions.

Constructive bilateral diplomacy is the primary method to implement this plan.  The United States and the Russians would galvanize a coalition behind non-proliferation in order to reach the stated goals of arms reduction, safe storage and improved monitoring.

The policy proposes a new, farsighted diplomatic approach to Pakistan.  It seeks to develop a strategic framework for the bilateral relationship that identifies long-term objectives including counterterrorism, nuclear security and institution-building.  It seeks to secure the long-term stability of the Pakistani state.