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THE LINK Summary

Core Content

THE LINK is a series of events and discussions organized by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in May 2011, focusing on U.S. development and economic cooperation strategies, particularly in the context of middle-income countries and global development finance.

The series explores how the U.S. can adapt its foreign assistance programs to align with the evolving role of the private sector in development, and how to maintain effective partnerships with middle-income countries that have transitioned from aid recipients to donors.

Main Events and Topics

2/17/2011: Repurposing Foreign Assistance to Middle-Income Countries

• Panelists: Heather Conley, Steven Feldstein, Carol Peasley, Ivan Vejvoda
• Moderator: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Examined the shift from traditional aid to new strategic partnerships with middle-income countries.
• Key Insight: The U.S. has historically "graduated" countries from aid, creating joint institutions to maintain engagement and deepen relationships.

3/16/2011: Connected Capitalism

• Speakers: Neville Isdell (Coca-Cola), Stuart Eizenstat (Covington & Burling)
• Moderator: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Introduced the concept of "connected capitalism," where businesses engage with society through four platforms: communities, institutions, social challenges, and values.
• Key Insight: The private sector can contribute to poverty alleviation through long-term social responsibility, supported by government incentives and frameworks.

3/21/2011: Smart Talks: The Business behind the Tap

• Panelists: Patrick Mullen (IFC), Elizabeth Kleemeier (World Bank), Nicola Saporiti (IFC), Will Davies (IFC), Nitin Jain (World Bank)
• Moderator: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Discussed the role of the private sector in water supply and sanitation in developing countries.
• Key Insight: Private sector involvement is essential for sustainable infrastructure development in water and sanitation, especially in the context of World Water Day.

4/25/2011: The Aga Khan Development Network in Afghanistan

• Speakers: Shainoor Khoja (Roshan Community), Dr. Mirza Jahani (Aga Khan Foundation U.S.A.)
• Moderator: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Highlighted the AKDN's integrated approach to development, emphasizing grassroots and community-driven initiatives.
• Key Insight: Roshan, a telecommunications company, has played a pivotal role in Afghanistan's development, becoming a major investor and taxpayer.

4/28/2011: Options for Building a New Haiti

• Panelists: Brad Horwitz (Trilogy International Partners), Michael Ronan (Royal Caribbean), Agustín Aguerre (Haiti Response Group, IDB)
• Moderator: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Explored private investment and economic development in post-disaster Haiti.
• Key Insight: Private sector engagement is crucial for economic recovery and growth, especially in challenging environments.

Working Group Sessions

Future of Development Finance Series (January–June 2011)

• Focus: Explored emerging trends in development finance, including SME finance, impact investing, and the intersection of soft and hard money.
• Key Insight: The U.S. needs to develop new tools and approaches to promote private sector growth and development in the developing world.

Tapping the Potential of Development Finance in Conflict and Disaster-Affected States (March 4, 2011)

• Focus: Analyzed the role of development finance in conflict and disaster contexts, and how to improve its effectiveness.
• Key Insight: Development finance should be used to support local private sector development and access to private equity in challenging environments.

Future of Development Partnerships Series (May–June 2011)

• Focus: Examined the growing importance of public-private partnerships in international development.
• Key Insight: The U.S. government should leverage private resources more effectively to achieve development goals, especially as private investments now dominate global development flows.

Critical Questions

Cooperation between the Private Sector and the U.S. Government

• Author: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Explored the evolution of corporate philanthropy and the concept of "connected capitalism."
• Key Insight: Companies are increasingly aligning CSR with their core business strategies to enhance competitiveness and contribute to sustainable development.

Closing Aid Programs in Middle-Income Countries: A Big Opportunity

• Author: Daniel F. Runde
• Focus: Discussed the strategic importance of closing USAID missions in middle-income countries and transitioning to partnership models.
• Key Insight: Closing aid programs can save resources and reorient U.S. relationships, but requires careful planning and risk management.

On the Horizon

• 5/17/2011: ICT and Poverty Alleviation: The Grameenphone Story
  Explored the role of Grameenphone in Bangladesh as a model for using telecommunications to drive economic growth and development.

• 5/19/2011: Looking Forward: Prospects for Investment from the Haitian Diaspora
  Addressed the potential of the Haitian diaspora in attracting investment and supporting post-election and post-disaster development in Haiti.

• 6/2/2011: OPIC's Big Opportunity in the Future of Development
  Discussed the future of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), including whether it should remain independent or be integrated into the Department of Commerce.

Key Information

• The U.S. is shifting from traditional aid to more strategic partnerships with middle-income countries.
• The private sector is becoming a critical player in development, with concepts like "connected capitalism" emphasizing long-term social responsibility.
• Development finance is increasingly important in conflict and disaster-affected regions, requiring new tools and approaches.
• CSIS aims to advance U.S. foreign policy and development goals by fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors.
• The series includes a mix of panels, working group discussions, and events, highlighting the evolving landscape of international development.