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Gabon · GAB · Africa

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Risk Score

Guarded→ Stable

Risk Factors

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Overview

Gabon is an oil-rich nation on the west coast of Central Africa, known for its significant natural resources and relatively high per capita income compared to other sub-Saharan African countries. Following a military coup in 2023, the country is currently under a transitional government, aiming for a return to constitutional order. Economic diversification away from oil remains a key long-term objective.

Leadership

Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema

Transitional President

GOVERNMENT: Transitional military government

Economy

GDP

$22.5B

GDP per Capita

$9.0K

GDP Growth

+3.2%

Inflation

3.0%

Unemployment

22.0%

PetroleumManganese miningTimberAgriculture

Trade

Key Exports

Crude oilManganeseTimberPetroleum products

Key Imports

Machinery and equipmentFoodstuffsChemicalsConstruction materials

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