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Statement on the arrival of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Dr. Dlamini Zuma to attend the Franco-Africa Sunmit in Paris Minister of
Foreign Affairs, Dr. Dlamini Zuma arrived today, Tuesday 18 February 2003 in Paris
for the Franco-Africa summit, scheduled for 20-21 February 2003 ahead of President
Mbeki. The President will lead the South African delegation and is expected to
chair the first working session of the Summit on the team: Political Partnership
Peace & Security. The key issues for discussion at the summit will be
the African Union (AU), The New Partnership for Africa Development (NEPAD) and
Political Partnership between Africa and the world, prevention and resolution
of conflicts in the continent with a specific focus on Ivory Coast Coming
in the wake of international efforts to avert war with Iraq, the Summit will also
address the current challenge facing humanity-to find a peaceful resolution of
the Iraqi situation.. For more information contact Ms. Nofmanelo Kota on
082 377 7208 or 09 33 6 16 90 36 06 Issued by the Department of Foreign
Affairs
Private Bag X152
Pretoria
0001 18 February 2003
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