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Europe Day
09/05/2008
Minister for Europe Linda Fabiani today used Europe Day (May 9) to highlight the need to ensure that Scotland 'raises its voice in Europe'.
Ms Fabiani said:
"This government has exciting international ambitions for Scotland - and Europe is right at the very heart of this. I recently launched the Action Plan on European Engagement, which sets out our role and objectives in Europe.
"Europe provides us with a host of channels through which we can pursue real progress. I believe the ambitious action plan will support us and our partners in making the most of the economic, political and cultural opportunities available to us.
"The Action Plan will build on the good work that already exists and continue to encourage direct engagement with countries across Europe."
The Action Plan on European Engagement sets out the actions the Scottish Government will take to provide Scotland with a strong voice to capitalise on the economic, political, cultural and promotional opportunities Europe offers.
It will be presented to and discussed with with key partners and stakeholders across Scotland in the coming months.