France
1 articleFrance remains a central external actor in Maghreb and Sahel affairs through long-standing diplomatic, commercial, linguistic and human links. Coverage under this tag follows relations with Algeria and Morocco, French companies and development finance, diaspora connections, European neighborhood policy, migration, energy and the changing security relationship with Sahel states. The focus is France’s regional role and networks, not domestic French politics unrelated to North Africa.
Libya and France Advance Talks on Political Process and Direct Flights
Libyan Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba met France's Special Envoy to discuss political developments and confirm plans to resume direct flights between Libya and France by September, signalling renewed bilateral engagement and potential economic impact.