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"France is not a country like others," said Mr Chirac (Photo: European Community, 2006)

Chirac's departure marks end of EU era

French president Jacques Chirac has confirmed he will not stand as a candidate in France's upcoming presidential elections, announcing the end of a 12-year rule which saw Mr Chirac resist US hegemony, defend French farmers and lose a referendum on the EU constitution.

In a televised speech to the nation on Sunday evening, the veteran politician told the French that "When the mandate you gave me comes to an end, time will have come for me to serve you in another way.''

"France, my...

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"France is not a country like others," said Mr Chirac (Photo: European Community, 2006)

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