Gabon hosts former President Yayi Boni and OIF Secretary General Mushikiwabo, affirming its diplomatic role

The President of Gabon received Thomas Yayi Boni, former President of Benin, and Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary General of the International Organization of La Francophonie OIF. These meetings highlighted Gabon's ambition to be a central hub for political and diplomatic dialogue. During his morning audience, former President Yayi Boni expressed gratitude for the invitation, praising the initiative as one that carries memory and vision.

He paid tribute to the late Omar Bongo Ondimba, acknowledging their shared pan-African ideals and the new infrastructure's role in perpetuating a significant political and diplomatic legacy. Yayi Boni described the inauguration day as momentous for Gabon, Africa, and humanity, emphasizing the Cité de la Démocratie's goals for consultation, political dialogue, and governance. In the afternoon, Louise Mushikiwabo reiterated the OIF's commitment to supporting Gabon's initiatives in development, cultural promotion, and capacity building.

She expressed enthusiasm for the economic potential of the new Conference Center, particularly for business conferences and tourism. Mushikiwabo stated she would be an "ambassador for this congress," noting that it is not merely a building but also a tribute to a former head of state who built the country. These audiences underscore Gabon's role as a diplomatic platform, uniting