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“You cannot trust people who have such bad cuisine. It [Great Britain] is the country with the worst food after Finland.”

Quote by Jacques Chirac

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Jacques Chirac, born on November 29, 1932, was a former President of France. He had a long career in French politics, serving in various important roles, including Mayor of Paris and Prime Minister. His presidency (1995-2007) is known for his foreign policy and efforts to promote European integration. more

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