Ahead of Nairobi summit, France highlights youth, innovation and 'huge diaspora' investing in Africa
In the run-up to the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi, Mark Owen is pleased to welcome Éléonore Caroit, France's deputy minister for Francophonie, International Partnerships and French Citizens Abroad. France is seeking to expand and transform its relationship with the entire Afr
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All today →Victory in Europe Day
May 8th, 1945, marked the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany — the end of World War II in Europe after nearly six years of conflict. Street celebrations erupted from London to Moscow. In Germany the same date is called Tag der Befreiung, Liberation Day, a reminder that the same event carries different meaning depending on where you stood.
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Liberation Day is observed in Czech Republic (Den vítězství). Recognized nationally.
Victory in Europe Day
Victory in Europe Day is observed in France (Victoire 1945). Recognized nationally.
Day of victory over fascism
Day of victory over fascism is observed in Slovakia (Deň víťazstva nad fašizmom). Recognized nationally.
