The Friendship Force which promotes International Exchange visits was set up 40 years ago following a trip to Newcastle by USA President Carter. Cynthia Scott of School Aycliffe, Co. Durham President said, “It is great to welcome ambassadors from across the world. Last year we welcomed visitors from Moscow. This year our guests are from  the Sydney, Australia branch. In Co. Durham, we have so much to be proud off and we did our best to make sure they saw as much as possible in the week they were with us”. For more information about Friendship Force International contact Cynthia on 01325 313055.