Romanian defence minister visits US

24/09/2008

WASHINGTON, United States -- Romanian Defence Minister Teodor Melescanu arrived on Tuesday (September 23rd) for a four-day official visit to the United States, at the invitation of US counterpart Robert Gates. In Washington, Melescanu will meet with representatives of the state department, the National Security Council and congress. During his meeting with Gates, Melescanu will discuss bilateral ties, NATO issues, the Caucasus, and co-operation in fighting terrorism. (Evenimentul Zilei, AP - 23/09/08)