The death of French President Chirac on 27 September at 5:08
Former President Jacques Chirac, who led France for 12 years from the late 1990s, died at the age of 86 on the 26th. It is also known as the great pro-Japanese family, and there are widespread movements to mourn the death inside and outside of France.
Born in Paris in 1932, former President Chirac was appointed as prime minister at the age of 41 after serving as a member of the National Assembly and won the first presidential election in 1995. During the 12-year tenure, the Iraq War started in 2003 in the United States, and developed diplomacy that emphasized the uniqueness of France, such as opposed to the opening of war with Germany.
He is also known for respecting different cultures with respect for diversity. Among them, Japanese culture has a deep knowledge of Japanese poetry and sumo wrestling, and has visited Japan more than 40 times including public and private. was.
According to French media, former President Chirac died on the morning of the 26th while being seen by his family at home.
The French government has set up a register in Cheong Wa Dae and announced that Monday will be in mourning on Monday.
President Macron gave a speech to the public, saying, “Mr. Sirac has loved the country and the people. I want to thank you for doing my best for the country and for France.” German Chancellor Merkel issued a statement and expressed condolences, saying, “I mourn the death of Sirak, a great politician and European.”
In front of the home of former President Chirac in the center of Paris, people who visited memorially said, “It was hard to hear that they died. They were kind and thoughtful. ”And so on.
In Paris, a half-flag is raised in a government office building, and at night, the Eiffel Tower turns off lighting at night.