ADVANI VISITS THAILAND AND SINGAPORE
The Deputy Prime
Minister, Shri L.K. Advani leaves New Delhi this afternoon on
a five-day official visit to Thailand and Singapore. He is heading
a Six Member Delegation which includes the Union Home Secretary
and senior officials. During his stay in Thailand Shri Advani
is likely to discuss on important issues concerning the region
particularly on bi-lateral matters. Matters like Mutual Assistance
Treaty and Extradition of Criminals may also come up for discussion.
However, the broad spectrum of discussion during the tour will
focus on the security scenario. Meeting with dignitaries will
include calling on the Thai Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister
and Minister for Justice and Minister for Interior. The Home Minister
will also address a Press Conference and will have lunch with
Indian community on Saturday.
In Singapore, the
Home Minister of that country will call on the Deputy Prime Minister.
A Public Reception will be hosted for Shri Advani on Monday by
the Indian High Commissioner where the Indian community will participate.
It will be at Island Ballroom and Shri Advani will also call on
the President of Singapore.
The Visit to Thailand
and Singapore of the Deputy Prime Minister comes close on the
heels of his recent visit to France, Qatar and Turkey.
