Africa · Western Key Facts —Base closure. France completed its withdrawal and ended over 60 years of permanent military presence in Senegal on 17 July 2025. —New framework. A letter of intent signed on 15 July 2025 establishes a temporary partnership without permanent facilities but with naval and airport access for French forces. —Maritime focus. Senegal has taken delivery of two French-built OPV 58 S offshore patrol vessels, and both nations are deepening cooperation on satellite surveillance of maritime zones. —Turkish competition. Senegal signed a €317 million ($345 million) arms …
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Africa & the Great Powers
Senegal and France Forge New Maritime-Focused Defence Partnership After Base Closure
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July 22, 2026
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