Foreign relations of Gabon

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

Country	Formal Relations Began	Notes
Template:Flag	February 1962	Both countries established diplomatic relations in February 1962<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Gabon has an embassy in Ottawa, and has sent ambassadors since 1971. Canada is accredited to Gabon from its embassy in Yaoundé, Cameroon.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>
Template:Flag	20 April 1974	See China–Gabon relations On 20 April 1974, China established diplomatic relations with Gabon.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> China has an embassy in Libreville. Gabon has an embassy in Beijing.
Template:Flag	18 August 1960	See France–Gabon relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 18 August 1960<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Since independence, Gabon has been "one of France's closest allies in Africa".<ref>Gabon threatens France with tit-for-tat deportation by Antoine Lawson, Reuters, 4 March 2008</ref> 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.
Template:Flag		See Gabon–India relations India has an honorary consulate in Libreville.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Gabon has an embassy in New Delhi.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>
Template:Flag	10 March 1976	citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Gabon is accredited to Mexico from its embassy in Washington, D.C., United States.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Mexico is accredited to Gabon from its embassy in Abuja, Nigeria.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>
Template:Flag	1 October 1962	See Gabon–South Korea relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 1 October 1962<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>
Template:Flag	25 February 1964	See Gabon–Spain relations Both countries established diplomatic relations on 25 February 1964<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Gabon has an embassy in Madrid. Spain has an embassy in Libreville.
Template:Flag	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) Mr. Fehmi Nuza.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Gabon has an embassy in Ankara.<ref name="auto16">{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Turkey has an embassy in Libreville.<ref name="auto16"/> Trade volume between the two countries was US$38.9 million in 2018.<ref name="auto16"/>
Template:Flag	Template:Date table sorting	See Gabon–United Kingdom relations Gabon established diplomatic relations with the United Kingdom on 9 December 1960.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref>Template:Failed verification Gabon maintains a high commission in London.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> The United Kingdom is accredited to Gabon through an honoury consul in Libreville.<ref>{{#invoke:citation/CS1|citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> Both countries share common membership of the Atlantic Co-operation Pact,<ref>Template:Cite news</ref> Commonwealth, the International Criminal Court, and the World Trade Organization.
Template:Flag	17 August 1960	citation	CitationClass=web }}</ref> 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. Gabon has an embassy in Washington, D.C. United States has an embassy on Libreville.

See also

• List of diplomatic missions in Gabon
• List of diplomatic missions of Gabon