On October 2, 2026, Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema met with Italian Ambassador to Gabon, Stefano Moscatelli, to discuss the organization of the "Gabon-Italian Week" scheduled from November 16 to 20 in Libreville. This event aims to promote cultural exchange and cooperation between the two nations. According to a communiqué from the presidency, the meeting focused on the upcoming event and prospects for cooperation between Gabon and Italy.
The "Gabon-Italian Week" is presented as a rendezvous for discovery and rapprochement between the two peoples. The event will allow the Gabonese public to learn more about Italian culture, heritage, creativity, traditions, and know-how. This cultural dimension is expected to foster greater understanding and appreciation between the two nations. The presidency emphasized that the event will also promote encounters between Gabonese and Italian entrepreneurs.
Beyond cultural exchange, the "Gabon-Italian Week" aims to facilitate meetings between entrepreneurs and open new avenues in various sectors, including tourism, training, entrepreneurship, creative industries, and economic exchanges. The event is expected to contribute to the development of economic and social relations between Gabon and Italy. The presidency highlighted the potential for cooperation in areas such as investment, job creation, and professional training.
The audience also discussed the opportunities offered by the Mattei Plan for Africa, an Italian initiative for cooperation with the African continent. The exchanges focused on strengthening cooperation between Libreville and Rome, and promoting the emergence of projects that can contribute to Gabon's economic and social development. The two parties emphasized the need to transform cooperation opportunities into concrete projects.
The "Gabon-Italian Week" is an initiative that seeks to promote cooperation and investment between Gabon and Italy. The event will provide a platform for entrepreneurs, artists, and professionals to network and explore new opportunities. According to the presidency, the objective is to create jobs, particularly for young people, and to promote economic growth and social development in Gabon.
The meeting between President Oligui Nguema and Ambassador Moscatelli reflects the commitment of both countries to strengthen their ties and promote cooperation. The "Gabon-Italian Week" is expected to be a significant event in the history of Gabon-Italy relations. The presidency expressed hope that the event will lead to concrete outcomes and lasting partnerships between the two nations.
The "Gabon-Italian Week" will take place from November 16 to 20 in Libreville. The event is expected to attract a wide range of participants, including entrepreneurs, artists, and professionals from various sectors. The success of the event will depend on the level of engagement and participation from both the Gabonese and Italian sides.
Key points
- The "Gabon-Italian Week" aims to promote cultural exchange and cooperation between Gabon and Italy.
- The event will provide a platform for entrepreneurs and professionals to network and explore new opportunities.
- The initiative seeks to create jobs, particularly for young people, and promote economic growth and social development in Gabon.
