Joseph Daul MEP, Chairman of the EPP Group, the largest political Group in the European Parliament, has congratulated the people of Estonia on the occasion of the 92nd anniversary of the proclamation of Estonia's independence on 24 February 1918.
"On behalf of the EPP Group, I would like to congratulate the people and government of Estonia on Independence Day", Daul said.
"After regaining independence, Estonia made incredible progress and became a full member of the EU. We wish you much success in taking up the challenge of joining the Eurozone. I am convinced that Estonia will meet the necessary criteria and will join the Eurozone in 2011. The EPP Group will support you in these efforts", Daul concluded.