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January 10, 2008
Backgrounder
Considered an African success story, Botswana still struggles to end its dependence on diamond mining and develop a diversified economy.
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December 4, 2007
Interview
Mompati Sebogodi Merafhe, Botswana’s minister of foreign affairs, discusses his country’s policy toward Zimbabwe and China.
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Updated: August 20, 2007
Daily Analysis
The U.S. signals new efforts to pressure Iran just as it seeks to expand ties with resource-rich states in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
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October 10, 2006
Transcript
Botswana’s President Festus G. Mogae speaks with CFR members about the use of diamonds in development and the problem of HIV/AIDS in his country.
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