- We should focus more on the similarities than on the differences. As for the Baltic and Nordic countries, there are more issues that unite us than separate us in terms of our viewpoints on economy and politics, continued President Ilves.

SCCE continues the tradition of celebrating Vabariigi Aastapäev - Estonia's Independence Day. In connection with this year's 93rd Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, our theme will focus on Estonia as part of Northern Europe and Estonia as a Nordic country in the Baltic Sea Region.

The 2011 Reception will be arranged in cooperation with the Nordic Council of Ministers' Office in Estonia and the Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish Chambers of Commerce in Estonia.

Program

17.00 Get-together

17.15 From East to North - addresses by:

- Berth Sundström - Director of the Nordic Council of Ministers' Office in Tallinn

- Jan Palmstierna - Ambassador of Sweden in Estonia

- Uffe A. Balslev - Ambassador of Denmark in Estonia

18.00 Reception - Wine and Snacks

Date and Time Tuesday, February 22nd, 17.00 - 19.00

Venue The Nordic Council of Ministers' Office, Lai 29, Tallinn

Register For planning purposes I would appreciate your registration by February 18th latest: kristiina@swedishchamber.ee (+372) 501 9813

Cost Free of charge for members of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Estonia

On behalf of the SCCE Council I wish you welcome to the 2011 Reception in connection with Vabariigi Aastapäev - Estonia's Independence Day and look forward to seeing you.

Sincerely,

Kristiina Sikk
SCCE Ombudsman