Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe to commemorate UN Day

International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Sue van Der Merwe will on Monday, 26 October 2009 host a reception to commemorate UN Day.

The anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter on 24 October 1945 has been celebrated as UN Day since 1948. This is to make known the aims and achievements of the United Nations Organization. UN Day is an opportunity for nations to reaffirm their faith in the principles and the purpose of the United Nations Charter and celebrate the goals and achievements of the Organization.

Media is invited as follows

Date: Monday, 26 October 2009

Venue: Burgers Park Hotel, Van der Walt & Minaar Street,
Pretoria

Media is advised to arrive at 12h15.

MEDIA PROGRAMME

12h30- Arrival of Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe

12h50- Keynote Address by Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe

13h00- Response by UN Resident Coordinator, Dr Agostinho Zacarias

13h15- Media Photo Opportunity

(Please present press cards)
(Please RSVP)

RSVPS: Nthabiseng Ramatshela on 082 675 0893
ramatshelaj@foreign.gov.za

Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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23 October 2009