Pratibha Patil leaves for Latin America

New Delhi (PTI): Aiming to further strengthen ties with the Latin American countries, President Pratibha Patil on Saturday embarked on a visit to Brazil, Mexico and Chile during which she would address Parliaments, sign two agreements and interact with the business communities.
Patil was seen off at the airport by Vice President Hamid Ansari, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, his senior Cabinet colleagues, Chiefs of the three services and top bureaucrats.
The 13-day visit is in response to invitations from the Presidents of the three friendly countries.
Besides holing meetings with her counterparts, Patil would be addressing Parliaments in Brazil and Mexico, interacting with members of judiciary, Indian community and attending business meetings. An Indian business delegation is accompanying the President to the three countries.
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) V Mutemwar is also accompanying the President.

Courtesy:thehindu.com
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