"The government of the Republic of Chad informs national and international opinion of its decision to end the accord in the field of defense signed with the French Republic," Chad's Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah said in a statement on his ministry's official Facebook page.
Chad wants to fully assert its sovereignty after 64 years of independence from France, enabling the country to redefine its strategic partnerships with Western allies.
Chad’s move to end the military cooperation accord signifies a shift away from colonial ties, distinguishing its position from other countries like Niger, which have severed ties completely.
France's recent military withdrawal from Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso reflects a growing trend of declining French influence in Africa amidst rising relationships with countries like China and Russia.
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