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France wants 'respectful' relations with Africa - top diplomat
French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Stephane Sejourne began his African charm offensive tour Saturday in Kenya, where he insisted Paris wanted to repair broken relationships on the continent with "balanced partnerships".
He claimed Africa was a priority of French foreign policy because the continent was "on the way to becoming a cultural, economic and diplomatic power that will count in the world's balance".
Translation: western power realizes colonial arrogance is costly.
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France wants 'respectful' relations with Africa - top diplomat
French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Stephane Sejourne began his African charm offensive tour Saturday in Kenya, where he insisted Paris wanted to repair broken relationships on the continent with "balanced partnerships".
He claimed Africa was a priority of French foreign policy because the continent was "on the way to becoming a cultural, economic and diplomatic power that will count in the world's balance".
Translation: western power realizes colonial arrogance is costly.