Plans and Expectations

We left for CNL at 0900, because two of our vehicles needed maintenance. The trip was as usual, except for that we were three vehicles, and that in Mazar there was a lot of traffic. It was a pleasure to arrive in CNL for a change, because they were expecting us and all of the Finnish contingent. That meant that the accommodation, parking space, etc. had been well prepared in advance. These are small but important details. I had a talk with G2, the political advicer and the new commander of the Finnish contingent and his deputy, the FIN NSE COS (chief of staff). They seem ok, although very different from the old ones, who will hand over their duties. Our discussions made it very clear, that there are many plans for the future and major challenges are to be expected. The new CO also clearly expressed his high expectations for good results in PO Aybak. This admittedly puts some extra pressure on me.

Amidst all the talking and planning, I took the time to get a haircut and to go for a 15-minute run.