What is Overseas France?

Q: What is Overseas France?


A: Overseas France is the part of France that is outside of the European continent. It consists of all overseas departments, territories and collectivities.

Q: What are some examples of Overseas France?


A: Examples include island territories in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans, French Guiana in South America, and Adélie Land in Antarctica.

Q: How many people lived in the overseas departments and territories in January 2011?


A: 2,685,705 people lived in the overseas departments and territories in January 2011.

Q: Are inhabitants of Overseas France represented in both the French National Assembly and Senate?


A: Yes, each inhabited territory is represented in both the French National Assembly and the French Senate (which together make up the Parliament of France).

Q: Do these territories have different levels of autonomy?


A: Yes, these territories have several different legal statuses and levels of autonomy.

Q: Is there any representation for Overseas France at a national level?


A: Yes, each inhabited territory is represented at a national level by being included both the French National Assembly and Senate which together make up the Parliament of France.

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