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Obama Speech on Initial "AF-PAK" Policy Review
Outlined need to reassess U.S. strategy in Afghanistan and Pakistan to address insurgency and terrorism.
Clip: Obama March 27, 2009 Speech
Announced troop increases, counterinsurgency focus, and partnership with Afghan and Pakistani governments.
Goals of AF-PAK strategy
Defeat Taliban/Al-Qaeda, strengthen Afghan government, secure population, improve regional stability.
Reasons for troop surge
Address Taliban resurgence, protect population centers, provide security for reconstruction efforts.
Challenges of AF-PAK strategy
Weak Afghan institutions, Taliban resilience, limited Pakistan cooperation, long-term feasibility concerns.