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    French politicians congratulate China on 60th anniversary
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    Every time I went to China, I was overwhelmed by the warmth and hospitality of the Chinese people." "China has a long civilization that is quite amazing, and I feel very happy to join the celebration tonight" Chirac said. Former French Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Raffarin, who visited China during the SARS period, also expressed his congratulation. Full Article at Xinhua
    China has a long civilization that is quite amazing, and I feel very happy to join the celebration tonight
    Jacques Chirac – Jacques Chirac SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
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French politicians congratulate China on 60th anniversary
  1. I would like to express respect to the magnificent achievements made by China on its way to modernization and prosperity
    SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  2. The 60th birthday of (new) China, 30 years of reform and opening-up and 45 years of China-France diplomatic relations ... The 'birthdays' we should celebrate are more than one
    – Jean-Pierre Raffarin SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  3. First of all, I would like to say 'happy birthday' to the Chinese people during this great event. I sincerely wish the Chinese people will make greater achievements in areas such as culture and technology.
    SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  4. I am glad to be the first ... And I would like to tell all my Chinese friends how much I am looking forward to my China trip in October.
    – Christine Lagarde SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  5. People are curious about China's economic growth mode as well as its concept of harmonious society... We wish China will maintain its development in the future
    – Jean-Pierre Raffarin SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  6. France is glad to see that China is playing an important and indispensable role on the international stage, and we will continue to attach great importance to our comprehensive strategic partnership with China
    SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  7. I was touched by the passionate reception from the Chinese authorities ... I am looking forward to returning to China next year to attend Expo 2010 in Shanghai, and I wish it a great success just like the Beijing 2008 Olympics.
    SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago
  8. I love this country, always and deeply ... I am full of respect and affection to China, as well as gratitude. Every time I went to China, I was overwhelmed by the warmth and hospitality of the Chinese people.
    SOURCE: Xinhua 2 months ago

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