Gabonese ambassador to Tunisia unveils strategic diplomatic roadmap

Following his appointment in March 2024 and the presentation of his credentials to Tunisian Head of State Kaïs Saëd on November 6, 2025, Pierre Ntsiet Ngolo, Gabon’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Tunisia, has outlined the key priorities of his diplomatic mission. This seasoned diplomat has made a firm, unwavering commitment to work diligently with his team and the Ministry’s support to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation along the Libreville-Tunis axis. A paramount focus remains the protection and welfare of the Gabonese community residing in Tunisia.

Among the initial undertakings by Gabon’s new diplomatic and consular authorities in Tunisia was to foster a dynamic of associative cohesion. Mirroring the efforts of other Gabonese diasporas globally, this initiative led to the establishment of two frameworks for consultation and solidarity.

One of these is the unifying ‘Conseil des Gabonais de Tunisie’ (C.G.T.), which brings together approximately one thousand Gabonese citizens living in the country—including students, trainees, professionals, and married individuals—around principles of charity, mutual aid, equity, and fraternity. The second, primarily composed of students and trainees, is known as the ‘Association des étudiants et stagiaires gabonais en Tunisie’ (A.E.S.G.T.).

“The unity and cohesion of our community, now a tangible reality, were particularly evident during the inaugural Gabonese Cultural Days held on April 24th and 25th. These events showcased our community’s capacity to rally around shared values of solidarity and fraternity,” Ambassador Pierre Ntsiet Ngolo proudly stated.

Consolidating achievements

Indeed, a cornerstone of the bilateral relationship between Gabon and Tunisia is academic cooperation. This is demonstrated by the significant number of Gabonese students and trainees across various Tunisian university hubs. In this environment, crucial support is often needed for these young individuals, who frequently encounter the strictness of immigration policies.

Operating within a context shaped by migration challenges, some students face harsh realities, encountering administrative hurdles, particularly concerning the renewal of their residence permits, often due to delays in tuition fee payments.

“I wish to use this platform to issue an urgent appeal to families and Gabon’s National Scholarship Agency (ANBG) to consider prompt support measures. This would alleviate the difficulties faced by our young compatriots confronted with Tunisia’s stringent immigration regulations,” pleaded the Ambassador.

Healthcare cooperation also stands as a top priority for Gabon’s new diplomatic leadership in Tunis. This is facilitated through an agreement linking Gabon’s National Health Insurance Fund (CNAMGS) with specialized Tunisian providers for medical evacuations, leveraging Tunisia’s high-quality technical infrastructure and medical expertise.

“Our responsibility is to consolidate these achievements and cultivate new partnerships capable of supporting the development aspirations of both our nations. This involves strengthening dialogue with our institutional partners and directing most of our efforts towards economic diplomacy. Furthermore, we aim to explore diverse, mutually beneficial avenues, capitalizing on the expertise and potential that each country possesses, to be harnessed within a framework of co-development,” suggested Pierre Ntsiet Ngolo.

Core focus

“All these efforts involve key economic players who share a sustainable pan-African vision with prospects for shared prosperity. In this regard, organizing economic missions led by Tunisian operators is an encouraging sign, with anticipated outcomes including the signing of investment agreements and partnerships,” promised the Gabonese Ambassador to Tunisia.

Pierre Ntsiet Ngolo highlighted that one of his greatest sources of pride, beyond managing the diplomatic relationship itself, has been to develop, since taking office, several consular assistance mechanisms for Gabonese residents. “This message calling for unity has been positively received by the community, whose sense of abandonment had long been a prevalent sentiment,” he concluded.