China and Gabon agree to expand cooperation in mining and security
Beijing pledged support for Gabon’s natural resource development and its National Growth and Development Plan.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Gabonese President Brice Oligui Nguema agreed to deepen cooperation in areas including mining and security during talks in Beijing at the start of Oligui Nguema’s state visit.
Oligui Nguema’s office said China had pledged to assist Gabon in developing its natural resources while fully respecting the country’s sovereign rights. Beijing also promised backing for Gabon’s National Growth and Development Plan.
The leaders said military bodies, police and other security agencies from both countries would hold more meetings and exchanges. Their delegations also discussed trade, education and public health.
Xi welcomed Oligui Nguema with a formal ceremony that included a military band performing each country’s national anthem before the delegation talks.
