After losing influence in West Africa, France seeks a regional reset at Kenya summit

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France is seeking to re-establish its influence in Africa following setbacks in West Africa by co-hosting a summit in Kenya focused on enhancing political, security, and economic relationships with various African nations. This move reflects France's evolving foreign policy in the region.

Seeking to rebuild French influence in Africa after a series of setbacks in former West African colonies, France will co-host a summit in Kenya next week aimed at strengthening political, security and economic ties with a range of African partners.