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Macron piles on the praise during Merkel's farewell visit to France
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel paid a farewell visit to neighbouring France, where she was greeted by a singing and cheering public in Beaune.
French President Emmanuel Macron awarded Merkel the country's highest distinction, the insignia of the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour.
Merkel is leaving office after nearly 16 years as German chancellor and the visit to Beaune was her last trip to France in the role.
The three German political parties forming a coalition have said they aim to have a new chancellor in early December.
"France has learned to know you and then to love you," Macron said, listing Merkel's achievements and work with the French presidents that she has known over the years.
"You have contributed to keeping Europe united
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