Mr. Speaker, in 1957 industrialist Cyrus Eaton assembled a group of 22 prominent scientists from around the world to explore ways to promote peace and especially nuclear disarmament.
The first meeting was held at the Thinkers' Lodge in Pugwash, Nova Scotia and included Bertrand Russell, Albert Einstein and Joseph Rotblat. This process continues today with Pugwash conferences held around the world.
Next July the Pugwash Peace Exchange will celebrate the 50th anniversary by holding a conference entitled “2007 Extraordinary Workshop” to examine nuclear disarmament in the context of history and today's current urgent events.
Notable participants will include Hans Blix, Nobuyasu Abe, Sergio Duarte, and many others.
Pugwash Peace Exchange organizers Senator Doug Roche and Stephen Leahey urge those interested in nuclear disarmament to put July 5 on their calendars and come to Pugwash to participate in this important conference.
Please check the website for further information at www.pugwashpeaceexchange.org.