HE Ali Bongo Ondimba, President of Gabon: "Working Together Towards Economic Transformation" - #FII5

The speech by President Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon at the Future Investment Initiative Summit in Riyadh emphasizes the need for economic transformation and diversification, as well as the commitment to becoming a green economy. President Bongo invites investment in Gabon's transformation, highlighting the country's readiness to embrace change and the potential for historical impact. He also acknowledges the common challenge faced by both Gabon and Saudi Arabia in moving away from reliance on oil as the sole revenue stream and the importance of adapting to climate change. Additionally, he underscores the significance of private sector involvement in the transformation process and the potential to transform ecosystem services into Paris-compliant carbon credits. President Bongo commends Saudi Arabia's commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2060 and calls for collective efforts and dedication to leverage natural resources for sustainable development.