The Chadian Government has announced the termination of the defense cooperation agreement signed with France in 2019, stating that it wants to strengthen its sovereignty and redefine its strategic partnerships.
According to statement released on Friday, the Chadian Government announced its decision to end the revised defense cooperation agreement signed with the French Republic on September 5, 2019.
“This decision, taken after a thorough analysis, marks, according to the government spokesperson, Abderaman Koulamallah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, a historic turning point for Chad, 66 years after the proclamation of the republic. It will allow the country to assert its full sovereignty and redefine its strategic partnerships according to national priorities.”
“In accordance with the provisions of the agreement, Chad undertakes to respect the terms provided for its termination, including the notice period, and to collaborate with the French authorities to ensure a harmonious transition,” the Chadian Minister of State
explained.
According to the statement, this decision “does not call into question the historical relations and bonds of friendship between the two nations.” Chad remains “determined to maintain constructive relations with France in other areas of common interest, for the
benefit of both peoples.”
The Chadian government expressed “its gratitude to the French Republic for the cooperation carried out within the framework of this agreement” and said it was “open to a constructive dialogue to explore new forms of partnership.”
This announcement comes on the day of the visit to the Republic of Chad by the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noel Barrot.
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