In remarks at the Africa Health Forum on Friday in Washington, D.C., Deputy Secretary of State William Burns discussed the evolution of foreign assistance and cooperation “from a donor-recipient relationship to more of a partnership,” according to a speech transcript provided by the U.S. State Department. “This partnership — based on principles of country ownership, shared responsibility, and mutual respect — allows donors and partner countries to better meet the needs of the country’s population,” he said, adding, “Where transparency, good governance, and accountability are enshrined in law and in practice — our joint investments will yield more effective, more efficient, and ultimately more sustainable outcomes.” He continued, “The only way we can eradicate polio, reach the goal of an AIDS-free generation, eliminate the effects of neglected tropical diseases, roll back malaria, and end preventable maternal and child deaths, is if we do it together” (4/19).