June 16, 2005
4:16 a.m.
Hello Marilyn,
I am very concerned at the recommendation and oppose taking a vote on this topic prematurely.
Actually I wasn't intending to make a recommendation. I have pointed out the previous decision made by Council, and provided a couple of options to start the discussion and seek the views of Council members. The Council is not limited to the two options I presented. I welcome discussion on this list on what the recommendation should be. With respect to when to vote - it depends on what level of consensus we have reached around the recommendation at the time of our meeting next week. If Council members feel they need more time - we can always delay a decision until our meeting in Luxembourg. Regards, Bruce