Daily Archives: May 20, 2009
Qatari Emir on State Visit to Indonesia
Tuesday saw Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani meet with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono during a state visit to that country.
AP
The two discussed bilateral ties and investment during a meeting.
"The two leaders agreed to strengthen efforts and increase the volume of (bilateral) trade," presidential spokesman Dino Patti Djalal said.
That meant in the sectors of LNG gas, telecoms, the aircraft industry and investments in trade, energy, agriculture, transport, infrastructure Read more [...]
Bergen International Festival Opened by Norway’s King & Queen
The 57th annual Bergen International Festival began today in Bergen, Norway.
The largest arts festival in the Nordic countries, it was opened by Norway's very own King Harald V and Queen Sonja.
The royal couple were greeted by crowds when they arrived in the western city. Mayor Gunnar Bakke welcomed the King and Queen, and two students from the Strusshamn Askoy dressed in traditional clothes gave them flowers.
At Grieg Hall, King Harald gave a speech which officially opened the festival. It is Read more [...]
Akishino & Kiko in Romania
Japan's Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko made their final stop on their European tour in Romania Tuesday. They arrived mid-day, and began their official duties on Wednesday.
Reuters
One of the first things they did was lay a wreath at the memorial of the Unknown Soldier in Bucharest.
The royal couple went on to meet with Romania's leaders, such as President Traian Basescu at Cotroceni Palace, and Cultural Minister Theodor Paleologu.
Afterward, Akishino and Kiko met with Mircea Geoana and Roberta Read more [...]
