Michele Alliot-Marie replaces Bernard Kouchner as Foreign Minister, while Alain Juppe becomes Defence Minister in place of Herve Morin.

Earlier on Sunday, Mr Sarkozy reappointed Francois Fillon as Prime Minister.

Most of the other big figures from the outgoing government remain in place.

Christine Lagarde will remain as Economy Minister, while Brice Hortefeux is staying on as Interior Minister.

Mr Juppe is a former Prime Minister, while Ms Alliot-Marie was Justice Minister.