Foreign relations of Gabon

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Template:Sidebar with collapsible lists Gabon has followed a non-aligned policy, advocating dialogue in international affairs and recognizing both parts of divided countries. Since 1973, the number of countries establishing diplomatic relations with Gabon has doubled. In inter-African affairs, Gabon espouses development by evolution rather than revolution and favors regulated free enterprise as the system most likely to promote rapid economic growth. Concerned about stability in Central Africa and the potential for intervention, Gabon has been directly involved with mediation efforts in Chad, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Angola, and former Zaire. In December 1999, through the mediation efforts of President Bongo, a peace accord was signed in the Republic of Congo between the government and most leaders of an armed rebellion. President Bongo has remained involved in the continuing Congolese peace process. Gabon has been a strong proponent of regional stability, and Gabonese armed forces played an important role in the UN Peacekeeping Mission to the Central African Republic (MINURCA).

Gabon is a member of the UN and some of its specialized and related agencies, including the World Bank; Organisation of African Unity (OAU); Central African Customs Union (UDEAC/CEMAC); EC association under Lomé Convention; Communaute Financiere Africaine (CFA); Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC); Non-Aligned Movement; Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

Gabon is also a member of the International Criminal Court with a Bilateral Immunity Agreement of protection for the US-military (as covered under Article 98).

Diplomatic relations

List of countries which Gabon maintains diplomatic relations with:

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Bilateral relations

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Template:Country data Canada February 1962

Both countries established diplomatic relations in February 1962[124]

Template:Country data China 20 April 1974 See China–Gabon relations

On 20 April 1974, China established diplomatic relations with Gabon.[126]

  • China has an embassy in Libreville.
  • Gabon has an embassy in Beijing.
Template:Country data France 18 August 1960 See France–Gabon relations

Both countries established diplomatic relations on 18 August 1960[127]

Since independence, Gabon has been "one of France's closest allies in Africa".[128] As of 2008, around 10,000 French nationals lived and worked in Gabon, while the 6th Marine Infantry Battalion of the French military is also stationed there.

  • France has an embassy in Libreville and a consulate-general in Port-Gentil.
  • Gabon has an embassy in Paris.
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Template:Country data Mexico 10 March 1976 Both countries established diplomatic relations on 10 March 1976[131]
  • Gabon is accredited to Mexico from its embassy in Washington, D.C., United States.[132]
  • Mexico is accredited to Gabon from its embassy in Abuja, Nigeria.[133]
Template:Country data South Korea 1 October 1962 See Gabon–South Korea relations

Both countries established diplomatic relations on 1 October 1962[134]

Template:Country data Spain 25 February 1964 See Gabon–Spain relations

Both countries established diplomatic relations on 25 February 1964[135]

  • Gabon has an embassy in Madrid.
  • Spain has an embassy in Libreville.
Template:Country data Turkey 1 February 1963 See Gabon–Turkey relations

Both countries established diplomatic relations on 1 February 1963 when accredited first Ambassador of Turkey to Gabon (resident in Lagos) Fehmi Nuza.[136]

  • Gabon has an embassy in Ankara.[137]
  • Turkey has an embassy in Libreville.[137]
  • Trade volume between the two countries was US$38.9 million in 2018.[137]
Template:Country data United Kingdom Template:Date table sorting See Gabon–United Kingdom relations

Gabon established diplomatic relations with the United Kingdom on 9 December 1960.[138]Script error: No such module "Unsubst".

Both countries share common membership of the Atlantic Co-operation Pact,[141] Commonwealth, the International Criminal Court, and the World Trade Organization.

Template:Country data United States 17 August 1960 Both countries established diplomatic relations on 17 August 1960[142]

See Gabon–United States relations

File:Embassy of Gabon, Washington, D.C.jpg
Embassy of Gabon in Washington, D.C.

Relations between the United States and Gabon are excellent. In 1987, President Omar Bongo made an official visit to Washington, DC. In September 2002, Secretary of State Colin Powell made a brief but historic visit to Gabon to highlight environmental protection and conservation in the Central Africa region. This was followed by a visit to the White House by President Bongo in May 2004. The United States imports a considerable percentage of Gabonese crude oil and manganese, and exports heavy construction equipment, aircraft, and machinery to Gabon. Through a modest International Military Education and Training program, the United States provides military training to members of the Gabonese armed forces each year. Other bilateral assistance includes the funding of small grants for qualified democracy and human rights, self-help, and cultural preservation projects. U.S. private capital has been attracted to Gabon since before its independence.

See also

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