Cameroon–France relations
Cameroon–France relations are the bilateral relations between France and Cameroon.
History
Cameroon, until then a French trusteeship territory, formally gained independence in January 1960. This independence, however, remained largely theoretical, as French "advisers" were assigned to assist each minister and held real power. The Gaullist government maintained its influence over the country through the signing of "cooperation agreements" covering all sectors of Cameroonian sovereignty. In the monetary sphere, Cameroon retained the CFA franc and entrusted its monetary policy to its former administering power. All strategic resources were exploited by France, and French troops were maintained in the country.
Perception
The magazine Challenges has cited Cameroon as the African country where French nationals are most successful.
See also
- Foreign relations of Cameroon
- Foreign relations of France
External links
- Cameroun, Autopsie d’une Indépendance. Gaëlle Le Roy et Valérie Osouf. Documentaire. France 5 et Program33. 2007.
France Category:Bilateral relations of France