Leonel Fernandez, right, president of the Dominican Republic, prepares to address the 64th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 months ago

Leonel Fernandez, right, president of the Dominican Republic, prepares to address the 64th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009.

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  7. French President Nicolas Sarkozy, right, welcomes Dominican Republic President Leonel Fernandez prior to their meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, Wednesday Dec. 2, 2009.
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