Chirac backs disgraced Juppe as threats probe looms

FRENCH President Jacques Chirac yesterday offered public support to the man once seen as his likely successor but now disgraced after being convicted for his role in a party financing scandal.

Chirac backs disgraced Juppe as threats probe looms
Tue, 03 Feb, 2004 - 00:00

"I have friendship, esteem and respect for Alain Juppe," Mr Chirac said, calling his most faithful ally a "politician of exceptional quality."

"France needs men of his quality," Mr Chirac said.

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