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Canadian PM in Moscow for Talks VOA News 13 Feb 2002 10:29 UTC 
Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien is in Moscow Wednesday for talks on bilateral relations and security issues.
During his five-day visit, the Canadian leader is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov and other senior officials.
Russia's Itar Tass news agency says Mr. Chretien is also likely to discuss disarmament and weapons non-proliferation issues with his Russian hosts.
Mr. Chretien is accompanied by a large delegation of Canadian business leaders who are interested in expanding trade and economic opportunities with Russian companies.
Some information for this report provided by AP.
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