On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the City of Paris officially opened the Square of N’Djamena at Place Félix Éboué, marking a new step in strengthening relations between the capitals of Chad and France.
The ceremony was attended by Anne Hidalgo, the Mayor of N’Djamena, and the Ambassador of Chad to France, Amina Priscille Longoh. The event carries strong symbolic significance and reflects the growing cooperation and friendship between Chad and France, encouraged at the highest level by Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and Emmanuel Macron. This momentum was recently reinforced through the signing of a friendship and cooperation pact between the cities of Paris and N’Djamena.
The choice of Place Félix Éboué for the new square also carries strong historical significance. The site honors Félix Éboué, a prominent figure in Franco-Chadian history who was among the first leaders to rally behind Charles de Gaulle and the Free French movement during World War II. Chad became the first territory to join this historic movement, playing a key role in the struggle for liberation.
Through this symbolic space in the heart of Paris, a shared history marked by solidarity, courage, and fraternity between the two peoples is being celebrated.
In a spirit of reciprocity, the Mayor of N’Djamena also announced plans to create a “Square of Paris” in the Chadian capital, to be located at the Canal des Jardiniers. The project aims to permanently reflect the friendship between the two cities in their urban landscapes.
Beyond symbolism, cooperation between Paris and N’Djamena is expected to pave the way for practical partnerships addressing major contemporary challenges, including sustainable urban development, climate change, and improving city services for local populations.
