Cooperation between Madagascar and France was at the center of discussions on Wednesday, August 19, at Ambohitsorohitra. Michaël Randrianirina received Bruno Fuchs, president of the foreign affairs commission of the French National Assembly, who arrived in Antananarivo leading a parliamentary delegation. This visit comes at a time when Madagascar is gradually reconfiguring its international relations. The new authorities intend to maintain ties with the country's traditional partners, including France, while developing relations with other powers. Russia notably occupies a growing place in this diversification strategy. At Ambohitsorohitra, discussions with the French delegation focused on prospects for bilateral cooperation. Paris seeks to maintain an important position with Antananarivo, while Malagasy authorities claim greater freedom in choosing their partners. Bruno Fuchs's visit was not limited to the presidency. The French delegation also met with the Minister of Armed Forces, Ely Razafitombo, in Ampahibe. This meeting underscores the importance of defense and security issues in Franco-Malagasy relations, as Madagascar is simultaneously developing new international cooperations. The day before, on Tuesday, August 18, French parliamentarians were received at Tsimbazaza by the president of the National Assembly, Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko. He defended a foreign policy allowing Madagascar to work with different countries without confining itself to a privileged relationship with a single partner. Competition Expanding to Economic Terrain This openness also concerns investments. Mineral resources are among the strategic sectors in which Madagascar wishes to attract more foreign capital. Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko indeed invited France to strengthen its investments in this field. For Madagascar, this diversification can expand financing and cooperation possibilities. For France, it means that its historical relations with the Great Island no longer guarantee a dominant position by themselves. Russia's progression notably changes the equation. Moscow seeks to deepen its political, economic, and military ties with Antananarivo, while Paris intends to preserve partnerships built over decades. Bruno Fuchs's visit thus illustrates a new diplomatic reality: Madagascar wants to maintain cooperation with France, but in an international landscape where several powers now seek to strengthen their influence. For Antananarivo, the stated objective is to multiply partners while maintaining control of its strategic choices.