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November 03, 2004
France | French Foreign Minister Michel Barnier reacts
PARIS, Nov 3 (Reuters) - France hailed the U.S. election as an important moment in world diplomacy on Wednesday, calling it an opportunity to revive the transatlantic relationship no matter who wins. French Foreign Minister Michel Barnier declined to comment on the latest projections showing President George W. Bush moving to the verge of victory over the Democratic challenger, U.S. Sen. John Kerry. “I can however tip my hat to American democracy,” he told RTL radio in an interview. “A new stage is starting. It is a very important moment for the world.

From Reuters. Full article.



Posted by Fred Gion at November 3, 2004 06:56 AM | TrackBack
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In Australia, the express reply to him would go something like this:

Mon Cher Monsieur Barnier,

Sod off.
Rude Letter to follow.

Sincerely, Alexander Downer, Foreign Minister

But I’m sure Powell is more diplomatic.

Posted by: aebrain [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 3, 2004 08:02 AM

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