The President wrote that organising the European championship in Tallinn is a reasonable decision, as Estonia and the Estonians have ancient seafaring traditions, and that the European championship in yachting would not only bring recognition to Estonia, but will also enable to introduce this seaside country and people to the world.
The application for arranging the European championship was submitted to the international society by Yevgeni Kazakov, President of the Estonian Society of Dragon Sailors, and Alar Volmer, representative of a company that arranges yachting events. The application was also supported by the Mayor of Tallinn Jüri Mõis.
Press Service of the Office of the President
Kadriorg, October 27, 2000
