Visiting NL Town That Hosted Diverted Planes on 9/11, US Envoy Says He’s Putting Trade Tensions Aside
Speaking from the Newfoundland and Labrador town that hosted stranded Americans in the wake of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra said that historic event shows the “opportunity” for Canada and the United States to work together and added that he’ll leave economic issues aside until after commemoration of [...]
TL;DR
- U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra visited Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador.
- The town of Gander hosted over 6,600 primarily American passengers on Sept. 11, 2001, following the terrorist attacks.
- Hoekstra highlighted the event as a symbol of Canadian-American solidarity and kindness.
- He thanked the residents of Gander for their response during the attacks.
- The ambassador stated he would set aside economic issues until after the Sept. 11 commemoration.