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The Minister opened by paying tribute to Caporal Jimmy Goselin and all French soldiers who lost their lives, particularly recalling those fallen in Mali on November 26, 2019. Respect was paid to their families and to their comrades, reaffirming the nation’s deep gratitude and collective memory.
The Role of Youth in France’s Defense and Future
Highlighting the centrality of youth in national resilience, the Minister emphasized that France’s armed forces belong to the Republic and that young people embody its sanctity. Many young individuals—students, members of the Air and Space Cadets, reservists, and those engaged in active service—were acknowledged for embodying patriotism, readiness to serve, and pride in the country’s values.