Chile's Past, Present, and Future: A Conversation with Ricardo Lagos

The CSIS Americas Program is pleased to invite you to:
Chile's Past, Present, and Future: A Conversation with Ricardo Lagos

Tuesday, January 24, 2012
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
Registration begins at 8:30 AM

CSIS B1-B Conference Room
1800 K. St. NW, Washington, DC 20006

Join us as former president (2000-2006) Ricardo Lagos discusses his recently published book Southern Tiger: Chile's Fight for a Peaceful and Democratic Future (Palgrave Macmillan). 

Lagos reveals an inside history of Chile's transition from the authoritarian rule of Augusto Pinochet to the robust democracy and vibrant economy the country is known for today.  Lagos highlights his role in the process, from a leading opposition figure to the presidency.  President Lagos will also focus on the challenges that lay ahead for Chile, Latin America, and U.S.-Chile relations.  Please join us for what is sure to be a fascinating trip through Chile's recent past from a president who helped shape its future.

*Copies of Southern Tiger will be made available for purchase during event registration.

Open to the public, however seating is limited.  Please RSVP to the Americas Program at americas@csis.org by COB January 23.