China–UAE News
UAE and Chinese Firms Propose $2B Gabon Niobium Project for 2027 Start
Gabon is planning to revive its long-delayed Mabounié niobium and rare-earths project through a proposed $2 billion investment involving Emirati-backed New Energy Metals and China ENFI Engineering Corporation. A technical study was presented to Gabon's President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema during his official visit to Beijing. The project targets a 2027 construction start and is expected to generate over 2,500 direct jobs alongside domestic processing facilities.
