Sarkozy in Afghanistan on surprise visit

July 12, 2011 11:08

French President Nicolas Sarkozy has arrived in Afghanistan on an unannounced visit, reports the bbc.co.uk

Sarkozy is due to visit a military base in Kapisa province, where most of the French troops are based. This is his third visit to Afghanistan since he became the president, reports said.

Last month Mr Sarkozy announced the phased withdrawal of 4,000 French soldiers serving in Afghanistan.

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