Chad has announced the end of its defense cooperation agreement with France, intending to redefine its sovereignty and strategic partnerships. The interim president seeks alternatives to exclusive alliances, reflecting a mistrust towards French relations. This decision allows Chad the possibility to engage with other nations while maintaining historical ties with France.

Chad’s government has decided to terminate its defense cooperation agreement with France, its former colonial ruler, in an effort to assert national sovereignty. This significant decision follows Chad’s independence over sixty years ago. According to Foreign Ministry spokesperson Abderaman Koulamallah, the move will enable Chad to reshape its strategic partnerships to align with its national priorities.

This termination marks a pivotal moment in Chad’s diplomatic relations, as it seeks to redefine its role on the international stage and potentially engage with nations like Russia and Turkey. While France has maintained a military presence in Chad, the government expresses a desire to preserve ties in other areas of mutual interest despite rising anti-French sentiment.

Original Source: apnews.com

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