Amikor Gabon és Togo csatlakozott a Nemzetközösséghez, az nagy hátbaszúrás volt a franciáknak?

"Neither country has an historic association with the Commonwealth, with both gaining independence from France in the 1960s.

The eligibility criteria for Commonwealth membership, amongst other things, state that an applicant country should demonstrate commitment to democracy and democratic processes, including free and fair elections and representative legislatures; the rule of law and independence of the judiciary; good governance, including a well-trained public service and transparent public accounts; and protection of human rights, freedom of expression, and equality of opportunity."

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Mert a fentiekből mi lehet az szerinted, ami nem tetszik Franciaországnak, ha már eleve független volt tőle amúgy is, több mint fél évszázada?