Bangkok, Thailand, 16 October 2026 – H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, met with H.E. Thierry Minko, Minister of Economy, Finance, Debt and State Holdings and IsDB Governor for the Gabonese Republic, accompanied by H.E. Ms. Louise Mvono, Minister in charge of Planning and Foresight, on the sidelines of the 2026 World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand.

The meeting focused on strengthening the longstanding development partnership between the IsDB Group and Gabon and exploring opportunities to advance cooperation in support of the country’s socio-economic development priorities.

A key focus of the discussions was the preparation of a new Country Engagement Framework (CEF), aimed at aligning the IsDB Group’s future interventions with Gabon’s National Growth and Development Plan (2026–2030). The framework is expected to guide cooperation in priority development areas and support initiatives that contribute to sustainable economic growth and transformation.

The two sides also explored opportunities to identify and advance high-impact development interventions across priority sectors, with an emphasis on delivering tangible development outcomes and supporting Gabon’s long-term economic objectives.

Dr. Al Jasser reaffirmed the IsDB Group’s commitment to supporting Gabon’s sustainable development agenda and strengthening cooperation to deliver greater development impact and contribute to the country’s long-term prosperity.