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The article explores the early European history of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Emphasis is given to topics such as the arrival of Portuguese forces under the command of officer Martim Afonso de Sousa in Guanabara Bay in 1530, relations between French traders and the Tupinambá people, the establishment of a French colony by soldier Nicolas de Villegagnon, and victory over the French by Portuguese forces under the command of governor-general Mem de Sá and his cousin Estácio de Sá.

The article looks at the implication of the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines contract between the U.S., Great Britain and Australia for global alliances. It attributes the deal to the intention of Australia to strengthen its alliance with the U.S. in light of the threat posed by China to its naval capacity and domestic policies. The consequences of AUKUS for China, France and the European Union are identified. Also noted is the U.S. Senate and parliamentary ratification obstacles to AUKUS.

The article discuses the history of French King Francis I's participation in the Italian Wars, focusing particularly on the Battle of Marignano, Italy in 1515. It chronicles his treaties with Henry VIII of England and Charles of Habsburg, who ruled the Netherlands and Franche-Comté and outlines France's diplomatic relations with states including Switzerland, Venice, Florence, and the Papal States.

The article discusses the decolonisation of British colonies in Africa, with a particular focus on France's support of the British colony Southern Rhodesia’s Unilateral Declaration of Independence (UDI) in 1965 by its white minority government under Southern Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith. The secretive aspect of the French support for Southern Rhodesia's UDI is discussed.

The article discusses the seventeenth-century history of foreign relations between France under the rule of King Louis XIV and Siam under the rule of King Narai, focusing particularly on the period between 1685 and 1688. Notable people discussed include French bishop Louis Laneau, European trader and political adviser Constantine Phaulkon, and Jesuit priest and diplomat Guy Tachard. Descriptions of the diplomatic envoys sent by both France and Siam are detailed.

The article focuses on the political attitudes of the French, British, and American allies towards the construction of the Berlin Wall in 1961 by the Soviet sector. Through an analysis of Cold War documents and political statements, the author concludes that the construction of the Wall was not considered a major point of contention for the allies. The author suggests that none of the allies took action against the construction of the Wall because it helped to divide the threat of post-war Germany.

The author discusses the arrival of the German gun boat Panther in Morocco in 1911. The arrival of the ship was in reaction to French troops marching towards Fez. The troops marched in retaliation for the murder of a French officer while he involved himself in a matter over which he had no jurisdiction. The resulting diplomatic crisis involved Morocco, France, Germany, Great Britain, and Spain.

Explores relations between Great Britain and France under the direction of the liberal foreign policy of Lord Palmerston during the Second Empire of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte III in the 19th century. Reasons for the success of Louis-Napoleon in winning overseas support; Incident most dangerous to the French-British relations; Reaction of the French public to the annexation of France of Nice and Savoy in 1860.

Presents a speech given by the Ambassador from France to the United States at the Town Hall of Los Angeles, California, regarding the involvement of France in the global community. The gross domestic product of Euorpe; Efforts of European countries to control spending; Challenges faced by the European union; Issues of security and stability; The need for renewed cooperation.

Reflects on the connections between the American War of Independence and the revolution that erupted in France following threats by the great monarchies surrounding it in the late 18th century. Emphasis given by historians to the divergence between the two revolutions; Relationship of the leaders of the two nations; Comparison of the U.S. Bill of Rights with the French Declaration of the Rights of Man; Emergence of individualism during the two revolutions; Support extended by the countries to each other.

Tells how the delicate system of international relations and `ancient regime' diplomacy was shattered by French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's arrogance and refusal to play by the rules. Description of Napoleon's relationships and dealings with leaders of other nations in Europe; How his dealings with the leaders affected France; Circumstances showing Napoleon's arrogance to deal well and fair with other leaders of European nations.

Looks at how the people's armies of the French Revolution and developments thereafter affected citizens and soldiers in France and Germany from 1789 to 1939. History of Franco-German relations; Compulsory conscription based on the so-called `canton system.'

Profiles Bertrand du Guesclin, former constable of France who died in 1380. Military victories; War between France and England; Honors received from Charles the Fifth.

Reports on the origins of the Hundred Years War in Europe in the 14th-15th century. Treaty made between England and France; Effect of the treaty; Relations of England and France before the war.

Discusses the influence of writer Tom Paine in establishing relations between the U.S. and France in the 1700s. Mission given by the U.S. Congress to Paine in France; Information on the book he published entitled 'Rights of Man'; Influence of the revolutionary ideas of Paine to the government of France.

This article offers world news briefs. The U.S., Great Britain, and France conferred about a response to Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union Nikita Khrushchev's block of access to Berlin, Germany. U.S. Chairman of the Democratic National Committee Paul R. Butler recommended Los Angeles, California as the site of the 1960 Democratic Convention. Additionally, U.S. relations with Communist China are discussed.

Analyzes the status of U.S.-France relations as of April 1969. Characterization of France's foreign policies under President Charles de Gaulle; Aims of de Gaulle for France in international relations; Discussion on the level and extent of disagreements between France and the U.S.; Challenges facing the U.S. in dealing with France; Interests of France and the U.S. within the context of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Suggests that the main lines of French president Charles de Gaulle's foreign policy will not change after his reelection. Summary of his diplomacy which includes the issue of growing strain on the Atlantic Alliance; Crisis of the Common Market; Loosening of French ties with Bonn; Rapprochement with Moscow and the Soviet-bloc countries; Cultivation of his good relations with Peking; Use of the special position of France toward Japan and the underdeveloped countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America as a tool for raising the prestige of France.

Examines the policies of President Charles de Gaulle of France on foreign relations with the U.S. Reputation of de Gaulle of being anti-American citing his efforts to weaken the U.S.; Emphasis on de Gaulle's strategy of contributing joint military defense to Western Europe instead of supporting the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; Refusal of de Gaulle to allow the Common Market either to admit the British or enter into cooperative trade relationships with the U.S.; Profile on de Gaulle and his political ideologies; Indications of French politics and foreign relations.

Discusses the mistakes committed by France and Great Britain and the U.S. in 1936 that led to the expansion of the Soviet Union into Eastern Europe. Actions taken by the Nazi government of Germany under Adolf Hitler in 1936 that should have earned decisive reaction from France and Great Britain; Explanation on the power of the U.S. to stop Soviet Union advance into Eastern Europe if she so wish to deal with Germany in 1936; Lessons that the U.S., France and Great Britain should learn from their mistakes in 1936 that can help them in their efforts to contain Soviet communism in Eastern Europe.

The article presents an interview with lawyer Robert Bourgi. He discusses Jacques Foccart, chief advisor on African policy for various French governments, of whom, Bourgi was a disciple and learnt much about Franco-African relations. He refers to the Françafrique political culture, where allegedly bribery and cronyism went hand in hand with political destabilisation and dirty money between the French state and Francophone African leaders. He mentions spending his retired life in Dakar, Senegal.

El artículo presenta un análisis de la visión francesa de las relaciones internacionales. Se argumenta que el imperial Pie de imprenta está presente en el derecho püblico de Francia. Se opinó que Francia siempre ha albergado un imperial sueño cuyo origen es la historia romana. Se dice que Francia sufrió el impacto del colonialismo, lo que contribuyó a la memoria histórica.

The author discusses the state of French politics under President Emmanuel Macron. He mentions Macron's style of political leadership, the need to increase private sector employment, and France's position in the European Union.

Russia's relationship with France should be seen as a two-way street since both sides have interests in the other. Russia's operates in France through numerous cultural, political, economic, and media layers with some success. Russia's main influence comes from the French firms working in Russia and some conservative factions among Les Républicains. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Discusses the historical perspective on the French anti-American feelings. Factors that led to the anti-American feelings; Implications of anti-Americanism; Examples of books produced in France that were related to the anti-Americanism issue.

The article focuses on the Pacific territories and maritime power of France. Topics discussed include Chinese activity and investments in Pacific island countries and French Polynesia, submarine deal between France and Australia, and strategic relationship between China and Australia. It also mentions the need of France for investments.

The article offers the author's insights on the account of philosopher David Hume on the history of England. Topics discussed include the political condition and character of England, the teaching of English exceptionalism by Hume, and the wane and rise of national identity in the country. It also mentioned the letter of instructions by Hume for Paris which called for balancing broader relations with France.

The article examines the attitude of nationalists toward globalization. Topics discussed are the plan of National Front (FN) leader Marine Le Pen to hold France's exit from the European Union, Great Britain's vote to leave the EU as a result of a nationalist turn, view of nations on international affairs, and theories explaining the shift of civic nationalism into an exclusive sort including pessimism and inequality, being a good global citizen and belonging to an identity group.

A case study of Operation Sangaris launched by France in Central African Republic (CAR) is presented. Topics discussed include French military, Operation Serval in Mali and French troop deployment in CAR. Other topics which includes French army, French African policy and military deployment are also discussed.

Presents French Republic President Jacques Chirac's address on the relationship between the United States and France, delivered before the Congress of the United States in Washington, D.C. on February 1, 1996. Keynotes of the visit to the United States; France's alliance with the United States; France and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO); Common goals.

Focuses on the response of the French to United States President Bill Clinton's March 1998 trip to Sub-Saharan Africa. Expansion of US influence in the region; French fears of loss of influence; French history in Africa; Identification of US interests; Comparison of US and French approaches to the region.

Comments on the French government's determination to play an activist role in blocking the progress of the Soviet Union in the international community. France's decision to remain outside of the military structure of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO); Role of France in warning NATO allies of the dangers posed by the Soviets and the Cubans in the crisis in Africa; Dispatch of France's Foreign Legion paratroopers to southern Zaire to fight the rebel invasion from Angola.

Discusses the issues concerning the perspective of French to foreign relation and national identity. Meaning of international cooperation for the French; Factors causing the Eurocentric attitude of the French; Views that French officials have a tendency to talk to themselves and its effect their relations with others; Question raised by politician Michel Debŕe regarding willingness of European countries to improve their international relations; Assessment of the foreign policy of French Premier Charles de Gaulle; Conflict among De Gaulle, his royalists and Bonapartists that whom of them represent France; Opinion that France does not conceive of cooperation with other nations on a basis of equality.

The article examines the power of the United Nations and focuses on the tensions between the United Nations and France. According to the author, France needs a political policy that supports European unification, develops an alliance with the United States, and restores diplomatic relations with the United Nations.

Presents updates on events and issues related to world politics as of March 14, 1964. Reaction of the federal government of West Germany to the move of West Berlin Mayor Willy Brandt to make arrangements with Communist East Germany to allow West Berliners to visit their relatives in East Berlin; Description of the economic, social and political conditions in Algeria that make the country unfit for socialism; Speculation on the issues that will be tackled with the planned visit of French President Charles de Gaulle to Mexico.

Discusses the crisis generated by the Bizerte war and its role in the political upheavals in Tunisia. Increased power given by President Habib Bourguiba to element centering around the trade unionists which favors a more neutralist Tunisian foreign policy; Economic problems of Tunisia; Bourguiba's demand for French evacuation from Bizerte; U.N. Security Council's efforts to address the Bizerte crisis; U.S. position based on a dogmatic misunderstanding of the options it had; Immediate beneficiaries of the post-Bizerte political realignment in Tunisia.

The article informs that France and Greece have entered into a new defence pact. It mentions that Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis eager to secure French support and bolster his own armed forces, had already agreed to buy 18 Rafale warplanes from France in January. It also mentions that Germany is also selling advanced diesel- electric submarines to Turkey's navy.

The article discusses the proposed U.S. withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) treaty involving Iran and nuclear weapons research. Topics include the relation of U.S. President Donald Trump to the JCPOA, the role of monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as part of the JCPOA, and the role of the E3 nations (Great Britain, France, and Germany) in the plan.

The article explores the history and background of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 between French forces commanded by emperor Napoleon and English forces commanded by the Duke of Wellington. Emphasis is given to topics such as casualties of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, Napoleon's education and military training, and the imperial ambitions of France against the British, Austrians, Prussians, and Russians.

The article discusses the French military presence in Africa, focusing on analysis of the factors behind the strategy. Topics include the official rationale of combating militant Islamist groups and countering Chinese influence in the region, a historical overview of France's "Françafrique" policy in Africa after the end of colonial rule, and the French government's support to favored African leaders.

The article discusses the new friendliness of Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in relations with several nations it had recently been condemning, including Israel, France and the European Union, as of March 2021. Topics covered include the loss of support to Erdogan's Justice and Development Party, the doubts to the sincerity of Erdogan's efforts and why the U.S. presidency of Joe Biden is causing alarm in Turkey.

While the French government seeks to build an economic relationship with Russia, French society is concerned about growing authoritarianism in the country. Additionally, there are differences in regard to energy, defense policies, EU relations to the Eastern Partnership countries (Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan), and UN resolutions against dictators' use of indiscriminate violence, as in Syria. Economic relations are unbalanced, given Russia's heavy reliance on exporting hydrocarbons, and there are few signs that the situation will change soon. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on armed forces of United Arab Emirates. Khalifah ibn Zayid al Nahyan is the Head of State and Supreme Commander of Armed Forces. The country is part of the League of Arab States, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The country has allowed French troops to be stationed in the region and provide ground and air support.

El artículo enfoca en el caso de Florence Cassez, una mujer francesa convictada para su participación en el grupo de secuestración Los Zodiaco en México. Se examinan las implicaciones de la convicción en las relaciones diplomáticas entre México y Francia. El autor opina sobre el presidente de Francia Nicolas Sarkozy y nota que él tiene interés en la liberación de Cassez solamente para aumentar su popularidad, según el autor.

The article discusses the significance and consequences of Françafrique, a term used to characterize the good relationship between France and African states. The writer and economist François-Xavier Verschave, who also adopted Françafrique, outlines the traits that characterize Franco-African relations including opacity of information, crimes, and complicity of African governments. It also explores how the influences of France has severely diminished.

The "Weimar Triangle" was inaugurated in 1991 as a trilateral cooperation between France, Germany and Poland. It has been acting as a mediator between the "old Europe ", represented by the French-German relationship and the "new Europe" represented by Poland. However, this new Europe has been characterized, among other things, by Poland's support of American politics. The article discusses this and other conflicts and shows that, in spite of disagreements between its members, the "Weimar Triangle" continues to serve as a model of national cooperation, due to flexibility and adjustment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

After World War II, Germany asserted itself on the international scene thanks to the American support. On the contrary, France affirmed its sovereignty against the USA, in regular opposition to the US desire for hegemony. Nevertheless, France and Germany acted together against America during George W. Bush's presidency, especially when they denounced the US intervention in Iraq. During the NATO's 60th anniversary summit, France will likely re-integrate into the military structure. The French return will coincide with the beginning of a new phase for the relationships between the three states. The US-French rapprochement initiated by Nicolas Sarkozy will probably have as a consequence the decrease of the German influence in the Atlantic alliance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Se trata un conflicto entre Francia y México en 1838 que tuvo sus orígenes en la pastelería del pastelero francés Remantel Lefort, ubicada en la Ciudad de México. Relata el artículo que Lefort se quejó ante la embajada francesa cuando unos soldados mexicanos se fueron del local sin pagar el consumo de pasteles y vino. Pronto después, la embajada recibió quejas similares de otros franceses. Explica que después de un ataque naval de parte de los franceses, México pagó las reclamaciones.

The article presents an interview with dramatist Koffi Kwahulé. Kwahulé discusses the status of Ivorian theatre, his personal opinion regarding francophonie as a neocolonial institution, and the relationship between France and Africa. Kwahulé also discusses the most revealing experiences he's encountered while learning art therapy as a professional modality.