Gabon economic forum: strengthening public-private dialogue for prosperity

« My aspiration is for the FEG to be recognized not just for championing businesses, but primarily for ensuring their success. »

This powerful vision was articulated by Alain Claude Kouakoua, President of the Fédération des entreprises du Gabon (FEG), during the opening ceremony of the second Gabon Economic Forum (GEF). The significant event took place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the prestigious Palais des Congrès.

The Gabon Economic Forum serves as a crucial platform, gathering key decision-makers and international partners with the explicit aim of addressing Gabon’s pressing economic challenges and fostering sustainable growth.

Demonstrating a pragmatic outlook, the FEG President emphasized that robust enterprises are indispensable for any nation’s development. He underscored that businesses are not peripheral players but rather the fundamental driving force behind economic progress.

Echoing this sentiment, Hugues Alexandre Barro Chambrier, the Vice-President of the Republic, highlighted the government’s commitment and support for the private sector. He affirmed, « The State will fulfill its responsibilities to ensure that the ongoing public finance cleanup enables timely settlements of obligations to private companies. »

This engaging discourse revealed a profound national ambition: to construct a diversified economy, reducing its reliance on raw materials and increasingly orienting itself towards industrialization.

Ultimately, the Gabon Economic Forum signifies a robust commitment to dialogue, essential for effectively navigating Gabon’s economic landscape and achieving its strategic objectives.