On September 23, USIP hosted a conversation with newly-elected Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and a panel of experts that explored Hichilema’s governing priorities, as well as his approach toward key continent-wide issues such as Africa’s engagement with China, implementation of the African Union Agenda 2063, youth and gender issues, and lessons learned to strengthen democracy across Africa.
SpeakersLise Grande, welcoming remarks President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace
Ambassador George E. Moose, moderator Vice Chair of the Board, U.S. Institute of Peace
His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema President of the Republic of Zambia
Dana Banks Special Assistant to the President of the United States; Senior Director for Africa, National Security Council
Ambassador Johnnie Carson Senior Advisor, U.S. Institute of Peace
For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-republic-zambia-president-hakainde-hichilema
USIP and the World Bank Group examined international efforts to respond to the first- and second-order impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in fragile states....
As a close U.S. ally in the region, Colombia’s competitive May 29 presidential elections will undoubtedly have important implications for the longstanding bilateral relationship. ...
On July 9, USIP and the Washington Office on Latin America hosted a discussion with Guatemalan first lady Lucrecia Peinado about initiatives that provide...