President Rüütel thanked Jürgen Dröge for his contribution to advancing economic cooperation between Estonia and Germany. The President of the Republic also highlighted the role of Jürgen Dröge in introducing the culture of his homeland to Estonians, and his constructive work that facilitated Estonia's accession to NATO and the European Union.
Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany noted that during the period of his office the Federal President of Germany visited Estonia twice, and that signalled a firm political support to Estonia.
President Rüütel conferred on the Ambassador the 1st class Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana in recognition of his services to Estonia.
Public Relations Unit of the Office of the President
Kadriorg, June 20, 2005
