The Emirates Policy Center published on 17 February 2025 an analysis titled "Macron in Djibouti and Ethiopia: Is There Anything New in France's Approach to the Horn of Africa?"
As France struggles in West and Central Africa, it is trying to expand its influence in the Horn of Africa as witnessed by Emmanuel Macron's recent visit to Ethiopia and Djibouti. So far, there is no clear indication of a major shift in France's approach to the Horn, where Paris focuses on security and economic engagement.
