PRIME MINISTER ANNOUNCES VISIT OF
THE PRIME MINISTER OF THE SLOVAK REPUBLIC
September 10, 2001
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Jean Chrétien announced
today that the Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic Mikuláš Dzurinda will
make an official visit to Canada from September 11 to 13, 2001. This will be Mr.
Dzurinda’s first official visit to Canada.
"Since being elected, Prime Minister
Dzurinda’s government has affirmed its intention to forge closer ties with the
international community," said the Prime Minister. "Prime Minister
Dzurinda’s visit will allow us to discuss ways in which we can strengthen our
bilateral cooperation."
During his visit, Mr. Dzurinda and some
members of his delegation will hold discussions with the Prime Minister on
bilateral issues, including trade and investment. Mr. Dzurinda will also meet
with members of the Slovak and Canadian business communities in Ottawa and in
Toronto.
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