Severino retains media fans

Sat, 03 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

Former ASEAN secretary-general Rudolfo C. Severino, who held the
position from 1998 to 2003, is still a familiar figure among
journalists, who appreciate his authoritative manner of answering
their questions.

Throughout the summit, he responded confidently to reporters
on all issues, from Myanmar to the Malacca Strait to Pakistan.

Asked about Pakistan's inauguration as a new ASEAN Regional
Forum (ARF) member, he replied, "I welcome the participation of
Pakistan in ARF."

Severino appeared more relaxed on Friday after the arrival of
Philippines' foreign minister Delia Domingo, whom he had
represented in two meetings until she arrived to attend the ARF
in person. -- JP

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