French President Emmanuel Macron has continued his African tour with a significant visit to Gabon, marking his first engagement with the nation’s new leader, General Brice Oligui Nguema. The trip signals a French effort to revitalize its relationship with the continent and move beyond its colonial legacy. During the meeting, President Oligui Nguema expressed sincere gratitude for France’s support during Gabon’s recent political transition and elections. In response, Macron emphasized a desire to build a new, cooperative model for partnership. He stated that Africa should no longer be a continent solely for resource extraction, advocating instead for “win-win” economic and environmental collaborations. This renewed framework aims to involve Gabon’s youth actively and focus on enhancing local resources to create shared value and foster a competitive future.
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