https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/?xtor=RSS-1 Political relations France and Chad have a strong and long-standing bilateral relationship marked by many high-level meetings. Chad is also an important partner for France in the fight against terrorism. French presence French Embassy website: https://td.ambafrance.org/ Consulates: N'Djamena, Abéché (honorary), Moundou (honorary) French community in Chad: 1377 registered (2019) Chadian community in France: approx. 5,000 (2019) Visits High-level visits and meetings since 2018: Mr (…) en https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/local/cache-vignettes/L144xH72/visuel_defaut_une_fd-44916-890bc.jpg?1702480415 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr?xtor=RSS-1 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-reconfiguration-of-france-s-military-apparatus-29-nov-2024?xtor=RSS-1 Two years ago, France began a reflection and dialogue process with its partners regarding the reconfiguration of its military apparatus in Africa, in particular within the framework of the mission led by Jean-Marie Bockel. In this context, France is in close dialogue with the Chadian authorities, who, in a communiqué published by the Chadian foreign ministry on November 29, 2024, expressed their desire to see the security and defense partnership evolve. France takes note of this and will (…) 2024-12-03 09:00:37 58770_281488 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/tchad-q-a-from-the-press-briefing-16-aug-2023?xtor=RSS-1 Q - According to media reports in Chad, French troops will leave Niger and will be deployed in Moundou, in southern Chad; the French army will use the airport in that city as its new military base. Can you confirm these reports? My second question concerns the news that Paris will be hosting a conference for Libya next week. Which countries will take part in that conference? A - With regard to French forces in Niger, we refer you to the remarks made by the Minister for Europe and Foreign (…) 2023-08-17 08:48:03 58770_274758 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-q-a-april-14-2023?xtor=RSS-1 Q: What is France's reaction to Chad's expulsion of the German ambassador? A: We deplore the expulsion of the German ambassador to Chad and take note of the reciprocal measure taken by Germany. We look forward to seeing Germany and France continue their discussions. 2023-04-17 16:37:30 58770_272595 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-release-of-our-compatriot-10-30-22?xtor=RSS-1 We were relieved to learn of the release of our compatriot, who was abducted in Chad on Friday. France thanks the Chadian authorities, which worked to bring about this release. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' services in both Paris and N'Djamena remain mobilized to lend their full support to our compatriot and his family. 2022-10-31 13:50:34 58770_269563 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-france-condemns-in-the-strongest-possible-terms-the-violence-that-occurred?xtor=RSS-1 France condemns in the strongest possible terms the unacceptable violence that occurred yesterday in Chad. We convey our condolences to the families in mourning and our best wishes for a speedy recovery to those who were wounded. France calls for an end to all forms of violence, wherever it may arise. France reiterates the importance of a peaceful transition that guarantees respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms in order to successfully organize free and credible elections and (…) 2022-10-24 08:23:12 58770_269442 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/statement-by-the-ministry-for-europe-and-foreign-affairs-spokesperson-violence?xtor=RSS-1 Violence occurred in Chad this morning, in particular with the use of lethal weapons against demonstrators, which France condemns. France plays no role in these events, which relate strictly to Chadian domestic politics. The false information about France's alleged involvement has no basis. 2022-10-20 12:11:35 58770_269394 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-q-a-from-the-press-briefing-4-oct-22?xtor=RSS-1 Q: Do you have any comment on the decision by the junta in Chad to adopt resolutions delaying democratic elections for two years and allowing Mahamat Idriss Déby to remain in power and be eligible for the presidency when the vote finally takes place? A: Chad is engaged in a sovereign and inclusive national dialogue. We welcome the participants' efforts to achieve the broadest possible consensus on the issues on their agenda. Some of the resolutions that have emerged from this dialogue relate (…) 2022-10-04 18:34:54 58770_269098 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-france-applauds-the-start-of-an-inclusive-sovereign-national-dialogue-n?xtor=RSS-1 France applauds the start of an inclusive, sovereign national dialogue, which began last Saturday in N'Djamena. This marks a major step forward in Chad's transition as the country works to create a new social contract that will benefit all Chadians. France calls on all those in Chad who feel compelled to take part in this consultation on the future of the country to do so and urges all stakeholders to act responsibly in order to ensure that the consultation will be a success. Together with (…) 2022-08-23 08:43:19 58770_268334 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/chad/news/article/chad-france-welcomes-the-signing-of-a-peace-agreement-between-chad-s-government?xtor=RSS-1 France welcomes today's signing of a historic peace agreement in Doha between Chad's transitional authorities and 43 Chadian political and military groups. France hails the efforts of Qatar, which has worked relentlessly over the past five months to broker this agreement. The Doha agreement is a major step toward the inclusive national dialogue that will soon begin in N'Djamena and will include all of the country's political and social forces. France expresses its readiness to join with all (…) 2022-08-08 17:44:46 58770_268201