Chadian President Mohamed Idriss Déby Itno announced the appointment of Amina Prisil Lungu as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Chad to the French Republic, thus becoming the first woman in the country's political history to hold this high diplomatic position.
In a tweet on her official account, Lungu expressed her gratitude to President Déby for this trust, stressing that the appointment represents an important step towards promoting social progress and empowering women in Chad. She added that she would work tirelessly to strengthen the historical relations between Chad and France, in addition to supporting the Chadian community residing there.
It is noteworthy that Lungu previously held the position of Minister of Women and Early Childhood Protection and is considered one of the most prominent female figures in the political scene, where she played a prominent role in issues of women’s and youth empowerment.
This appointment is considered a clear message of the Chadian leadership’s direction towards expanding women’s participation in decision-making positions and projecting a more open image at the international level.
