The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled in favor of Equatorial Guinea in a long-standing dispute with Gabon over the sovereignty of three islands—Conga, Mbanié, and Cocoteros—believed to be in oil-rich waters. The court upheld Equatorial Guinea’s claim based on a 1900 treaty, rejecting Gabon’s argument that a 1974 treaty had transferred ownership. Following the ruling, Gabon is required to withdraw its military presence from Mbanié, and both nations are encouraged to negotiate future relations as they both face challenges in oil production.
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