Sunday, July 17, 2011

No to German award for Putin

No to German award for Putin,A Private German foundation "Quadriga" canceled an award ceremony in midst of criticism for its choice to honor Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.Quadriga foundation initial intended to honor Putin for his leadership in forging closer relations with Germany,Quadriga foundation said,"concerned by the massive criticism" from media & politicians.It is calling off this year's award ceremony all together, traditionally held on the anniversary of German reunification in October because of the "increasingly unbearable pressure."
Other leaders were too to be honored-are Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad and Mexican Foreign Minister Patricia Espinosa for their political leadership.Media-agencies

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