Featuring Lapologang Caesar Lekoa, Ambassador of the Republic of Botswana and Kailash Ruhee, Ambassador of the Republic of Mauritius. Moderated by Marian Tupy, Cato Institute.

On a continent scarred by political repression and economic underdevelopment, Botswana and Mauritius stand out. In 2007, Freedom House certified both countries as free, and the Fraser Institute’s Economic Freedom of the World report found that Botswana and Mauritius had the two freest economies in Africa. According to the World Bank, the two also have—along with Seychelles—Africa’s highest per capita incomes. What explains that success? Why did the institutions of freedom take root in Botswana and Mauritius, while failing to do so in most other African countries? How do the two countries intend to maintain high growth in an increasingly globalized world? Please join us to hear our speakers elaborate on the past successes and future challenges facing Botswana and Mauritius.

U.S.-India Relations: What's Next?
East-West Center Asian Security Luncheon Seminar
with Deputy Assistant Secretary Evan Feigenbaum

Where: The East-West Center in Washington Conference room
When: June 19, 2008, 12:30-2:00pm
What:

U.S.-India relations have expanded since the mid-1990s, accelerating rapidly in recent years. Evan Feigenbaum, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State with principal responsibility for India, will discuss the U.S. strategic interest in India, developments in U.S.-India relations, and prospects for the bilateral agenda.

This event is free and open to the public and will include a light luncheon at 12:30 PM. Please RSVP with Alison Hazell by email at hazella@eastwestcenter.org or by phone at 202-327-9752 to ensure your seat.