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President of the General Assembly
Mr. Harri Holkeri (Finland)

 News and Highlights from the President

   

22 March 2001

The President today issued a message in connection with World Day of Water, which is observed today. In his message, Mr. Holkeri noted that water-related socio-economic problems are a constant threat to the well-being of the global population and asked for addressing these problems efficiently and with determination.The full text of his message is available on the "Statements and Messages" page.

The President today met with H.E. Mr. Juli Minoves-Triquell, Permanent Representative of Andorra.

The President met with H.E. Ms. Anna-Maija Korpi, Deputy Permanent Representative of Finland. A wide range of issues was discussed during their meeting.

The President also gave a short interview forUkrainian television.

The summary of the first meeting of the Open-ended Ad Hoc Working Group on the Causes of Conflict and the Promotion of Durable Peace and Sustainable Development in Africa, which was held on 20 March 2001, is available on the "Statements and Messages" page.

 


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