The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony Blinken met October 1 with Gabon’s Transition President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. Secretary Blinken received an update on Gabon’s democratic transition and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to supporting Gabon’s efforts to implement an inclusive and transparent political process culminating in free and fair elections. Both agreed to take concrete steps to deepen the bilateral relationship based on shared priorities, including economic and social development, maritime and border security, environmental conservation and security cooperation.