Dust to dust
Madam, Deep in the heart of the Awful er Eiffel Tower, the plot to blow up the Rainbow Warrior was being hatched.
The genius in charge of this whole affair was especially chosen for his finesse and methodical planning.
The honour of France was at stake and the General Directorate of External Security (DGSE) had a special task to perform.
After the completion of this assign ment premier Jacques Chirac felt that France’s prestige in the South Pacific had reached an all-time high.
“The Pacific nations must now realise that France’s greatness rests upon the fact that she will go to any lengths in order to impress upon New Zealand and other South Pacific nations the benevolent nature and regal disposi tion of her cause.”
A politician, even an influential one, should not have too many illusions.
Everything returns to dust - Francois Mitterrand, former French President.
Martin Leo
Otahuhu Auckland