By comparison, it can be seen that among France's many colonies in the Indian Ocean, apart from Djibouti, the strategic value is hardly comparable to that of the United Kingdom, and Djibouti is almost inconsequential due to the presence of British Somaliland, Aden Colony, and Egypt.
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Recently, Rhein City has appeared particularly lively, with diplomatic personnel and leaders from various countries frequently entering and exiting Rhine Palace and the East African Government, especially England and France.
A year ago, however, it was a different scene. At that time, Austria and Germany of the Allies were most anxious. Now that the European war situation has changed, they are somewhat slack.
"A year ago, the East Africans were indifferent to us. Now even if they want to join the camp, it's up to us to consider it repeatedly." said the German diplomat Bulls with an arrogant tone, just after leaving Rhine Palace.
