Obama Announces New Strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan

President Barack Obama announced his new strategy for Afghanistan Friday, including new resources to combat the narcotics business in Afghanistan and new financial commitments for both Afghanistan and Pakistan. Here is the text of his prepared remarks. Prepared Remarks of President Barack Obama A New Strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan Washington, DC March 27, 2009 Good morning. Today, I am announcing a comprehensive, new strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan. This marks the conclusion of a careful policy review that I ordered as soon as I took office. My Administration has heard from our military commanders and diplomats. We have consulted with the Afghan and Pakistani governments; with our partners and NATO allies; and with other donors and international organizations. And we have also worked closely with members of Congress here at home. Now, I’d like to speak clearly and candidly to the American people. The situation is increasingly perilous. It has been more than seven years ... (link)