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French Interventions in Africa

Reluctant Multilateralism

Stefano Recchia editor Thierry Tardy editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:16th Nov '20

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This book explores France’s African intervention policy and related legitimation strategies through the United Nations, the European Union, and various ad hoc multilateral frameworks. France’s enduring ability to project military power on the African continent and influence political events there has been central to its self-perception as a major power. However, since the end of the cold war, France’s paternalistic interference has been increasingly questioned, not least by African audiences. This has produced a gradual and somewhat reluctant turn to multilateralism on the part of French leaders. Drawing on in-depth case studies of recent French intervention policy, this edited volume critically assesses France’s efforts to reassure critics by securing multilateral endorsements; share burdens and liabilities through collective implementation; and re-affirm its status as a major power by spearheading complex missions.

The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Strategic Studies.

ISBN: 9780367618476

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 380g

138 pages