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French zoo to name panda cub in 'baptism' ceremony led by Brigitte Macron

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IN THE FRENCH PAPERS - Monday, December 4: The French island of Corsica votes overwhelmingly for a nationalist leader in territorial elections. It shuts down fears that Catalonia's separatist bid may have a knock-on effect in Europe. Also, New Caledonia is gearing up for its independence vote next year and the French conservative party prepares to elect its new leader. Finally, Brigitte Macron will preside over a 'baptism' ceremony for a French zoo's four-month-old panda cub!

Added on the 04/12/2017 07:32:36 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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