; (iv) the Government of Afghanistan is taking effective steps, that are in addition to steps taken during the previous calendar year, to protect and advance the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan; (v) the Government of Afghanistan is effectively implementing a whole-of-government, anti-corruption strategy that has been endorsed by the High Council on Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption, as agreed to at the Brussels Conference on Afghanistan in October 2016, and is prosecuting individuals alleged to be involved in corrupt or illegal activities in Afghanistan; (vi) monitoring and oversight frameworks for programs implemented with such funds are in accordance with all applicable audit policies of the Department of State and USAID, including in areas under the control of the Taliban or other extremist organizations; (vii) the necessary policies and procedures are in place to ensure Government of Afghanistan compliance with section 7013 of this Act, Prohibition on Taxation of United States Assistance