France, Namibia Renew Vows At Bastille Feast
An afternoon of French history, culture and cuisine marked the 237th anniversary of the French Revolution this week. Hosted by the ambassador of France to Namibia, Cécile Vigneau, French National Day (Bastille Day) was celebrated with invited guests at the residence of the French ambassador in Windhoek. “The storming of the Bastille prison by the […] The post France, Namibia Renew Vows At Bastille Feast appeared first on The Namibian .
An afternoon of French history, culture and cuisine marked the 237th anniversary of the French Revolution this week.
Hosted by the ambassador of France to Namibia, Cécile Vigneau, French National Day (Bastille Day) was celebrated with invited guests at the residence of the French ambassador in Windhoek.
“The storming of the Bastille prison by the people of Paris on 14 July 1789 became the symbol of the French revolution and of the struggle against absolute power and authoritarianism,” Vigneau said at the event.
“On this day, I wish to reaffirm our commitment to the motto of the French Republic – liberty, equality, fraternity – to a France that is one and indivisible, and to democratic principals.”
Vigneau recognised minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi as the guest of honour and highlighted the friendship and esteem France holds for Namibia.
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