Notice to the Press Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC March 31, 2003
Secretary of State Colin L. Powell to Travel to Turkey, BrusselsSecretary of State Colin L. Powell will travel to Ankara and Brussels this week, departing from Washington on Tuesday, April 1, 2003 and returning on Thursday, April 3.
In Ankara, Secretary Powell will meet with Turkish authorities to strengthen our relationship with this close NATO ally. He will also discuss our continuing cooperation in the war in Iraq as well as post-conflict issues, the Global War on Terrorism, Cyprus, and a variety of mutual concerns.
In Brussels, the Secretary intends to consult with members of the European Union and NATO, and conduct a number of bilateral meetings. Discussions in Brussels will also focus on the war in Iraq and on a broad range of post-conflict issues.
The Press Office will notify those news organizations being offered a seat under the permanent rotation system.
Released on March 31, 2003
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