Year 2000 Computer Problem Travel Update
Officials:
Thomas R. Pickering, UNDERSECRETARY OF STATE
Kevin Herbert,Overseas Citizens Services Director,BUREAU OF CONSULAR AFFAIRS
John O’Keefe, Representative,Development Program Y2K,STATE DEPARTMENT
briefed reporters on Y2K general preparedness & international preparations for potential computer problems .
China, Russia and Brazil were among the countries with a significant risk of disruption. Among the infrastructures most at risk were water facilities, medical and banking services, and transportation systems.
During this press conference from the STATE DEPARTMENT BUILDING Officials: Thomas R. Pickering, UNDERSECRETARY OF STATE Kevin Herbert,O… read more
During this press conference from the STATE DEPARTMENT BUILDING
Officials:
Thomas R. Pickering, UNDERSECRETARY OF STATE
Kevin Herbert,Overseas Citizens Services Director,BUREAU OF CONSULAR AFFAIRS
John O’Keefe, Representative,Development Program Y2K,STATE DEPARTMENT
briefed reporters on Y2K general preparedness & international preparations for potential computer problems .
China, Russia and Brazil were among the countries with a significant risk of disruption. Among the infrastructures most at risk were water facilities, medical and banking services, and transportation systems. close
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