Question 31281 — foreign policy

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Mr. Jean-Luc Mélenchon draws the attention of the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs to France's position regarding the political situation in Gabon. The presidential election of August 27, 2016 opened a period of violence and instability in Gabon. This election was probably won by Mr. Jean Ping in the popular vote. But it ended with Mr. Ali Bongo. La remaining in power following a terrible repression against Mr. Ping and his supporters. The electoral fraud and the human rights violations that followed have been condemned on several occasions by international institutions including the European Parliament in a resolution of February 2, 2017. France and its diplomacy have remained silent on this dramatic situation for the Gabonese people. The situation deteriorated further in November 2018. Ali Bongo, current president, suffered a stroke. Since then, he seems to be unable to carry out his duties. This is indicated by the low frequency of his public outings and the systematic delegation of his presidential prerogatives to his cabinet directors. Nourredine Bongo, his son, currently exercises this function and therefore de facto presidential power. He replaced a French national, currently in prison as part of an anti-corruption operation. Gabon risks sinking into chaos and violence for a long time. Since 2016, the Gabonese people have been prevented from being masters of their destiny. He would therefore like to know France's position on the political situation in Gabon.

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