Sarkozy US Visit
When French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife, Carla Bruni, sit down for a private dinner with the Obamas on Tuesday evening, it will be a sign of their close ties. Eric Pape on just how far Sarkozy will go for such an intimate honor.
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French President Nicolas Sarkozy and his wife, Carla Bruni, leave their Manhattan hotel March 29 on their way to an event at Columbia University in New York. The couple will dine with the Obamas on March 30.
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Sarkozy waves as he arrives at the World Leaders Forum at Columbia University.
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Sarkozy and Bruni arrive at the World Leaders Forum at Columbia.
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In a notes-free speech at the World Leaders Forum, he called for international cooperation on banking regulations. He also touched on ways to fight terrorism and climate change.
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Sarkozy and Bruni leave the World Leaders Forum at Columbia. Earlier in their visit, Bruni announced her foundation was creating a $2 million French-American art student exchange scholarship.
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The couple exploring the city.
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Sarkozy and Bruni cuddled at the Boat House in Central Park, putting to rest rumors that their marriage was on the rocks.
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