During a declarion to the press, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in charge of Sub-regional Integration and Gabonese Living Abroad, Mr. Régis Onanga Ndiaye pointed out that Morocco “will always have the unconditional and continued support of Gabon regarding the Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara.

I would like to reaffirm that Morocco has always been a privileged partner of Gabon, and in this context the Kingdom of Morocco will always have the unconditional and continued support of my country regarding the Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara,” Mr. Onanga Ndiaye said.

The head of Gabonese diplomacy underlined that his country has always affirmed, on bilateral and multilateral levels, its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, noting that “this position is crystal clear, as evidenced by the opening of a Consulate General in Laâyoune which is operating perfectly with the support of the highest Moroccan authorities”.

He also welcomed the excellent political and diplomatic relations between the two countries, calling for further promoting bilateral cooperation, particularly around innovative issues.

The Gabonese minister also reiterated the importance of the upcoming joint commission meeting between Morocco and Gabon, welcoming the presence of numerous Moroccan companies which contribute to the development of Gabon's industry and commerce.

Mr. Onanga Ndiaye also pointed out that he had discussed with Bourita the political situation in Gabon, adding that the two parties examined the transition timeline and evolution “which is taking place under the best conditions”.

"I would like to thank the Kingdom of Morocco for the support it offers to Gabon, both bilaterally and multilaterally, given that Morocco is the chair of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union, where Gabon issue is being discussed,” he noted.