LIBREVILLE, Gabon — Louise Pierrette Mvono, Gabon’s Minister of Planning and Prospective, engaged with Michel Xavier Biang, the Permanent Representative of the Organization Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) to the United Nations, in a meeting held on July 15, 2026, in New York.
The discussion centered on Gabon’s development priorities, emphasizing the nation’s tourism potential, youth empowerment, and the recently completed National Growth and Development Plan (PNCD). During the meeting at the OIF’s New York office, Mvono highlighted the PNCD, which envisions a comprehensive investment of 27,000 billion CFA francs, with a focus on private sector mobilization and the capitalization of Gabon’s natural resources.
The plan aims to foster inclusive growth that will improve living conditions and create employment opportunities. Biang congratulated Mvono on her appointment and expressed his support for Gabon’s strategic initiatives, particularly the revitalization of the Planning and Prospective Ministry, which he described as crucial for the country’s development trajectory. Mvono acknowledged the importance of the OIF’s role in fostering cooperation between Gabon and its member states, emphasizing the need for resources to accelerate development while ensuring debt serviceability.
The minister also discussed the challenges of budget constraints, emphasizing Gabon’s commitment to meeting its financial obligations while addressing the basic needs of its population. She highlighted the need for strategic resource allocation to ensure sustainable economic and social progress.
The meeting underscores Gabon’s international engagement, aligning with the country’s commitment to the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the PNCD’s implementation.
As Gabon seeks to diversify its economy and promote sustainable development, the collaboration with the OIF is expected to provide significant support in achieving these goals.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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