French President Nicolas Sarkozy, left, is welcomed by Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso upon his arrival at Maya-Maya airport in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, Thursday March 26, 2009. Sarkozy is on a two-day trip to Africa, making stops in the Democratic Republic of Congo, neighboring Republic of Congo and in Niger. AP Photo logo AP Photo 10 months ago

French President Nicolas Sarkozy, left, is welcomed by Republic of Congo President Denis Sassou Nguesso upon his arrival at Maya-Maya airport in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, Thursday March 26, 2009. Sarkozy is on a two-day trip to Africa, making stops in the Democratic Republic of Congo, neighboring Republic of Congo and in Niger.

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