Gabon adheres to a policy of neutrality , always advocating dialogue in international affairs.
Since 1973, the number of countries that have established diplomatic relations with Gabon has doubled. In African affairs, Gabon stands for development through gradual evolution and free enterprise, as the system best able to ensure sustainable economic growth. Interested in stability in Central Africa, Gabon was directly involved in mediation missions in Chad , the Central African Republic , the Republic of Congo , Angola and the former Zaire . In 1999 , thanks to the mediation of President Bongo , an agreement was signed in the Republic of the Congo between the government and the leaders of the rebel groups. President Bongo continued to participate in the Congolese peace process. The armed forces of Gabon play an important role in the UN peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic.
Gabon is a member of the UN and is a member of several international organizations, including the World Bank , the Organization of African Unity , the Organization of Islamic Cooperation , the Non-Aligned Movement , the CFA Franc Zone, and the International Criminal Court . Since 1975, Gabon has also been a member of OPEC , but left the organization in 1995 .
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Bilateral Relations
France
Since gaining independence, Gabon adheres to pro-French politics, being one of France ’s closest allies in Africa [1] . About 10,000 French citizens reside permanently in Gabon, and the 6th battalion of the French Marines is based in the country.