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Chad Considers Withdrawing From Boko Haram Coalition
Chad may withdraw from the Multinational Joint Force fighting Boko Haram due to its perceived inefficiency and lack of support, despite concerns about potential consequences.
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Multinational Joint Force (Mnjf)Commission Du Bassin Du Lac TchadCentre D'études Pour Le Développement Et La Prévention De L'extrémismeCentre De Recherche En Anthropologie Et Sciences Humaines De L'université De N'djamena
Agassiz BaroumYamingué BetinbayePresident Déby
- Why is Chad considering withdrawing from the Multinational Joint Force?
- Chad is considering withdrawing from the Multinational Joint Force (MNJF), a coalition formed in 1994 to combat Boko Haram. This follows a recent attack that killed forty Chadian soldiers, with Chad citing the MNJF's inefficiency.
- What are the potential consequences for Chad if it withdraws from the MNJF?
- Political analyst Yamingué Betinbaye emphasizes the importance of collective action against terrorism and the risks Chad would face by withdrawing. He warns of potential difficulties in pursuing terrorists into neighboring countries without MNJF cooperation.
- What reasons does the Chadian government give for its potential withdrawal?
- The Chadian government points to a lack of mutual effort and lethargy within the MNJF as reasons for its potential withdrawal. They claim President Déby has been operating alone against Boko Haram for a week without MNJF assistance.
- What are some of the explanations for the perceived ineffectiveness of the MNJF?
- Experts like Agassiz Baroum attribute the MNJF's ineffectiveness to a lack of resources and preparedness for nighttime attacks. He suggests that prolonged deployment in one area has also decreased the force's vigilance.
- What are some alternative interpretations of Chad's threat to withdraw from the MNJF?
- Some believe Chad's threat to withdraw is a strategy to highlight its importance in regional security and secure greater international recognition and support in its fight against terrorism.