As part of its commitment to assist Afghanistan's reconstruction process, the government of Germany donated 10,000 pistols to Afghanistan's National Army (ANA) and National Police (ANP) Saturday, a press release of the U.S.led coalition forces said in Kabul Sunday.

The German Armed Forces tried to enhance the capability of Afghan National Security Forces with a donation of 10,000 9 mm German Walther P-1 pistols, said the press release.

The weapons have been divided between army and police at a ceremony attended by Afghans and the coalition officials.

"This donation will enable the ANA and ANP to contribute even more Afghanistan's security and stability," German ambassador to Afghanistan Rainald Steck said.

As a major contributor in post-war Afghanistan, Germany has played a significant role in providing training to Afghan police as well ensuring security in the framework of the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force.

Over 1,500 German soldiers have been serving under NATO flag in Afghanistan to stabilize security in the post-Taliban central Asian state.

Source: Xinhua