Gabon bolsters military strength with combat helicopters and frigates

The President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, has unveiled a sweeping modernization plan for the nation’s defense and security apparatus, addressing evolving threats across the Gulf of Guinea while reinforcing national sovereignty. Central to this initiative are newly acquired MI-35 attack helicopters and cutting-edge frigates, designed to enhance operational capabilities across land, sea, and air domains.