Abstract: A printed memorandum written by Captain William Joseph Eastwick, member of the Council of India, London, 13 July 1868.The document covers relations between Britain, Persia, Muscat, and Zanzibar. There is discussion of the administration of the region, and suggestions for change. The situation regarding the subsidy paid by Zanzibar to Muscat is also addressed. The East African slave trade is then discussed in this light.Physical description: Foliation: ff 21-25.Pagination: the document has an original, printed pagination system from 1 to 9.