WHITE PALACE RECEPTION FOR EUROPEAN WATERPOLO CHAMPIONSHIP

Belgrade, 9 September 2006 – Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Alexander II and Crown Princess Katherine organized a reception at the White Palace this evening, in honour of the European Waterpolo Championship, that took place in Belgrade.

Due to a previously arranged obligation Their Royal Highnesses were not able to be present at The White Palace this evening, and on their behalf the guests were received by Mr. Dragomir Acovic and Mr. Dusan Babac, members of the Privy Council.

Mr. Acovic read the welcome address from His Royal Highness Crown Prince Alexander who extended his warm welcome to the national teams from 12 participating countries. “Welcome to The White Palace. I am sorry that I am not able to be with you tonight at this reception in honour of this remarkable sport. I am very proud that Belgrade is the host of the European Championship and I hope that you find Belgrade a pleasant place to visit. I would like to add that all of you have shown brilliant sportsmanship and outstanding talent in this sport. I wish you all success in the future”.

The White Palace was the venue to welcome the participants of the Championship, members of the (LEN) European Swimming Federation, members of the Waterpolo Federation and representatives of the Diplomatic Corps.