Gabon/United Kingdom: Gabonese President Meets with British Business Delegation. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — 17 March 2026 (AGP) – The President of the Gabonese Republic, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, welcomed a delegation of British businessmen in Libreville on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Gabonese Presidency.
The delegation, led by Calvin Bailey, a parliamentarian and special envoy for commerce in the UK government, presented several investment proposals to the President.
The proposed projects focus on the mining and ecotourism sectors, which are seen as key to diversifying Gabon’s economy.
The initiatives aim to create value — added activities, stimulate economic growth, and foster the creation of sustainable jobs, particularly for young Gabonese.
The investors also commended Gabon’s leadership in environmental conservation, which they believe presents opportunities for sustainable and responsible tourism development.
President Nguema encouraged the delegation to expedite the implementation of the proposed projects, emphasizing the mutual benefits for both nations.
The meeting underscored the ongoing cooperation between Gabon and the United Kingdom in economic and environmental sectors.
The President’s call for swift action on the projects reflects the government’s commitment to fostering foreign investment and economic diversification.
The British delegation’s visit is part of a broader effort to strengthen trade relations between Gabon and the UK. Further details regarding the specific investment proposals and the expected timeline for implementation are expected to be announced in the coming days.
