France, Feb. 20 -- In a symbolic ceremony this Thursday, France will officially transfer control of the Port-Bouet military camp to the Ivorian army. This marks a significant milestone in the restructuring of France's military presence in Africa. The handover reflects the evolving nature of military cooperation between the two nations and takes place against the backdrop of rising independence movements across the continent.

France is officially transferring the Port-Bouet military camp to the Ivorian army today, Thursday 20 February, in a symbolic ceremony attended by French Minister of the Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornuand his Ivorian counterpart Tene Birahima Ouattara.

Until now, the base had been home to the 43rd French Marine Infan...