President Halonen visiting France

President of the Republic Tarja Halonen and Dr Pentti Arajärvi made an official visit to France from 28 February to 3 March 2005. During the visit President Halonen met President Jacques Chirac and President of the Senate Christian Poncelet in Paris. She also gave a lecture at the French Institute of International Relations (IFRI).

President Halonen and President Chirac at the Elysée Palace. Photo: Lehtikuva.

The official visit included also a trip to Lille as well as cultural activities. Minister for Foreign Trade Paula Lehtomäki participated in the official visit.