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May 1, 2026SHILAP Revista de lepidopterologíaOpen Access

Sub-Saharan Africa and French National Security

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CGChristopher GriffinPublic Policy Institute of California

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This analysis examines France's military strategy in sub-Saharan Africa amidst operational reductions and geopolitical shifts.

Key Points

  • This paper aims to explore France's strategic position regarding military operations in sub-Saharan Africa after recent base closures.
  • Analyzed the impact of French military base closures from 2022 to 2025 on operational capacity in Africa.
  • Evaluated French military reorientation towards high-intensity conflict in Europe.
  • Investigated internal disagreements within the French Government regarding military cooperation in Africa.
  • The reduction in operational capacity poses challenges for the French Army in responding to crises in Africa.
  • Despite reduced priorities, concerns over terrorism and regional security remain significant for France.
  • Internal divisions within the French Government highlight differing views on future military commitments in Africa.

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Christopher Griffin (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f44223967e944ac5565dd5https://doi.org/10.12700/jceeas.2026.6.1.452
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