2005 Programs & Events
Secretary Rice's Visit to France
Joint Press Conference With French Minister of Foreign Affairs Michel Barnier
February 8, 2005
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and French Foreign Minister Michel Barnier spoke optimistically of a reinvigorated partnership after their meeting in Paris February 8.
“This is a time for a reinvigoration of our longstanding partnership and friendship to turn a new page and to take advantage of the many opportunities before us,” said Rice, recalling that France was the United States' first ally during the days of the American Revolution.
Rice said she spoke with French President Jacques Chirac about the importance of Europe and America supporting the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, the Iraqi people as they seek to build a democracy, and the many democratic changes taking place across the world. “When the United States and France work together, there is a great deal that we can achieve,” she said. (transcript)
Photo Galleries
• Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice at the Institut d'Etudes Politiques, Sciences Po, Paris, February 8, 2005.
• Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice meeting President Chirac at the Elysee Palace, Paris, February 8, 2005.
• Visit to the French Conservatory Hector Berlioz, Paris, February 9, 2005.
• Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice at the Ambassador's Residence, Paris, February 9, 2005