Canada

The Prime Minister is on his way to South East Asia
for a first hand look at tsunami damage and relief efforts.
Photo: CBC

PM To Phuket

by Ray Turner - Story: 6486
Jan 15, 2005 / 10:17 am

Prime Minister Paul Martin is headed to Phuket, Thailand on Saturday, where he will get a first-hand look at the tsunami devastation and relief efforts.

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