Sophie Petter

Sophie Petter, Paris bureau chief for The Economist, discusses France’s military withdrawal from Niger following a coup and the growing anti-French sentiments in the region. Matthew Simmons, who writes about defense, analyzes the shifting global arms market driven by the Ukraine war and highlights South Korea's emergence as a key player. Together, they explore how these geopolitical changes are reshaping international relations and the arms landscape, indicating a significant pivot for France on the continent.