Staying in Egypt since November 28, 2024, the President of the Transition, General Brice Clotaire Gabon Military Coup: Soldiers Arrest President Ali Bongo Ondimba”>Oligui Nguema, met this Saturday face-to-face with his counterpart Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi, culminating in the strengthening of the Libreville-Cairo axis.
The meeting between the two personalities was, according to the presidential communication, an opportunity for President Al-Sissi to express his congratulations to his Gabonese counterpart for the smooth running of the transition process started on August 30, 2023 as well as the organization recent referendum.
While addressing current international issues and mainly those linked to the development of Africa, the two Heads of State expressed the wish to strengthen bilateral cooperation between their two countries in strategic sectors such as trade, investment , health, energy and industry.
At the end of this fruitful meeting, the Head of State thanked President Al-Sissi for the fraternal welcome given to him, underlining the commitment of the Gabonese authorities to respect the timeline of the Transition.
Finally, while reaffirming his wish to see the relations that unite the two countries consolidate, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema invited his Egyptian counterpart to pay a visit to Gabon.
Source : CP
2024-11-30 20:53:00
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How might Egypt and Gabon’s collaborative efforts in the Sahel region impact regional security and stability, considering the ongoing challenges posed by terrorism and insurgency?
## A Closer Look at Gabon and Egypt’s Renewed Partnership
**Interviewer:** Egypt has recently welcomed Gabon’s transitional President, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. This meeting seems to signal a strengthening of ties between the two nations. Can you shed some light on the significance of this meeting and the potential implications for both countries?
**Guest:** Absolutely. The meeting between President El-Sisi and General Nguema is indeed a crucial development, signifying a renewed commitment to collaboration between Egypt and Gabon.
While the specifics of their discussions are yet to be fully disclosed, their joint pledge to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance cooperation on regional issues is a positive step. This is particularly important given the recent political developments in Gabon, with General Nguema assuming leadership after a coup in August. [1](https://menafn.com/1108941847/Egypts-Al-Sisi-Gabons-Nguema-Pledge-Closer-Cooperation-On-Bilateral-African-Issues)
**Interviewer:** What areas of cooperation might we see emerging from this partnership?
**Guest:** Given Egypt’s experience in navigating regional instability and its strong diplomatic standing in Africa, it’s likely that Egypt could offer valuable support to Gabon during this transitional period. This could involve sharing expertise on governance, security, and economic development.
Furthermore, both countries share interests in combating terrorism and promoting stability in the Sahel region. Increased cooperation in intelligence sharing and joint security operations could be on the agenda.
**Interviewer:**
Looking forward, what are the potential benefits for both Egypt and Gabon from this closer relationship?
**Guest:** For Gabon, strengthening ties with Egypt could provide a valuable ally as it navigates the challenges of its political transition and seeks to regain stability. Egypt’s support could be instrumental in fostering international legitimacy for the transitional government.
For Egypt, expanding its influence in Central Africa through closer collaboration with Gabon could enhance its regional standing and bolster its security interests in the area.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for providing such insightful analysis on this developing story.
