Belgrade, July 17, 2001 - Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic congratulated Jacques Rogge, the newly appointed president of the International Olympic Committee. The congratulations letter is as follows:

"Dear Mister Rogge,

I wish to congratulate you on the occasion of your appointment as president of the International Olympic Committee.

I am confident that the successful cooperation of the Yugoslav Olympic Committee and our country with this important sports institution will continue in the future, as it is our common aim to develop sport and international cooperation through various sports manifestations and to encourage a sporting spirit and friendship.

I wish you success in your new capacity, good health and happiness."