Djibouti–France relations are the current and historical relationship between Djibouti and France. Djibouti was obtained as a colony by France in 1862. France officially controlled Djibouti until it received independence in 1977. Djibouti maintains military and economic agreements with France, which provide continued security and economic assistance. The largest French military base in Africa is located in Djibouti's territorial waters in the Red Sea.French military in Africa Council on Foreign Relations In December 2023, a new defense cooperation treaty is under discussion for renewal.
Resident diplomatic missions Djibouti has an embassy in Paris. France has an embassy in Djibouti City.
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External links Djibouti-France relations French Government France acquits Djibouti officials BBC News, 29 May 2009 Djibouti: France's strategic toehold in Africa 1974 Beyond the banlieues The Economist, May 10, 2007 France fast tracks ratification of military treaty with Djibouti, Africa Intelligence, 16 April 2025 (requires free registration)