WASHINGTON -- President Obama's new strategy in Afghanistan could be announced as early as next week.

Obama's chief military advisor, U.S. Navy Admiral Mike Mullen says a review of the new objectives are almost finished.

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The new plan is expected to give Pakistan the responsibility of helping to remove terrorist safe havens.

The White House is hoping Pakistan will adopt a more regional approach to reducing extremism in both their country and in Afghanistan.

Mullen also says the plan addresses the need for new economic development in the region.

*Originally aired March 13, 2009.