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Statement from Press Secretary Jenny Burke on Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske’s Trip to Brussels and The Hague

Release Date
Wed, 06/10/2015

WASHINGTON—Commissioner Kerlikowske began meetings today on his trip to Brussels and The Hague, Netherlands.  During his trip he will meet with his counterparts from the B5 countries of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. He will also participate in the Opening of the 125th/126th World Customs Organization Council Meeting where elections will take place for the upcoming term. While in Brussels, Commissioner Kerlikowske will sign a Cooperation Agenda with the Canada Border Services Agency President, Luc Portelance. Commissioner Kerlikowske will also visit The Hague where he will meet with the Director of Europol, Rob Wainwright, and participate in a law enforcement working group.

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Last Modified: Feb 03, 2021