Ismaël Nabé (born 1981) is a Guinean telecom engineer and politician. Current Minister of Planning and International Cooperation in the Bah Oury Government since March 2024, he has an impressive career. Graduated in telecommunications engineering from prestigious Malaysian universities and a degree from the Blavatnik School of Government in Oxford, Mr. Nabé has held senior positions in organizations promoting Malaysia-Africa economic ties.
As a regular speaker and panelist at major events, he works closely with world-renowned financial institutions. Prior to his ministry, he was Adviser to the Guinean Primacy, in charge of the public-private partnership with Asia, driving a new dynamic of economic cooperation. His expertise, network and dedication make Ismail Nabé a key player in Guinea's economic development and international cooperation.
Introduction
Ismaël Nabé (born January 2, 1981) is a Guinean telecom engineer and politician. Since March 13, 2024, he has held the strategic position of Minister of Planning and International Cooperation in the Bah Oury Government. His impressive professional and academic career, as well as his unwavering commitment to the development of his country, make him a key player in the economic and political scene of Guinea.
Education
Ismaël Nabé has undergone a solid and diverse course of study, both in Guinea and internationally. After completing his pre-university and university studies in his home country, he continued his graduate studies in Malaysia. Thus he received a degree in telecommunications engineering from the International Islamic University of Malaysia and the University of Malawi.
However, his thirst for knowledge did not stop there. In fact, Ismaël Nabé is currently pursuing a PhD in Telecommunications Engineering (Optical Fiber) from the University of Malaysia. In addition, in 2023, he obtained a prestigious degree from the Blavatnik School of Government of the University of Oxford in Natural Resource Governance (Oil, Gas, Minerals), with a particular focus on emerging markets.
Professionnal career
Ismail Nabé's professional career is rich and diverse, testifying to his commitment to economic development and international cooperation. He holds leading positions in several key organizations.
First, he is vice president and co-founder of Malaysia Africa Professional and Entrepreneurs (MAPE), an organization that promotes economic links between Malaysia and Africa. He is also a member of the advisory board of Pereira International, a renowned investment consulting firm, and an ambassador of the World Startup Festival for Africa. Nabé is also the second Vice-President of the African Confederation of SMEs.
On the international stage, Ismaël Nabé is a leading speaker and a regular panelist at many leading events. These include the World Summit of Governments (WGC), MEDEF, the Guinea Investment Forum, Dubai Expo 2020, the Guinean Industrial Fair, Smart Africa (Rwanda), Youth African Connect (Ruanda), the Langkawi International Dialogue (Malaysia and Tanzania), the World Islamic Economic Forum (Indonesia), Africa Business Day (Malaysian), and TICAD. (Japon).
Through his recognized expertise, Ismaël Nabé works closely with leading banks and financial institutions around the world, such as the African Development Bank, the Ecowest Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), BPI France, UK Finance Export (UKEF), the Islamic Development Bank (BID), India Exim Bank and Afrexim Bank.
Minister
Before being appointed Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Ishmael Nabé held a key position in the government of Guinea. On 9 July 2020, he was appointed Primary Adviser, in charge of the public-private partnership with Asia, under the leadership of Ibrahim Kassory Fofana, then Prime Minister.
In this strategic role, Ishmael Nabé was tasked with advising the head of government on various issues and files relating to investment and public-private partnerships. This included expressions of interest, bills, parliamentary work, public and private interventions, among others.
Moreover, Nabé has played a crucial role in driving a new momentum in economic cooperation with investors, economic partners and donors. It has also been actively involved in the research and creation of innovative funding, such as Sovereign Funds, UK Export Finance, ECA Funding, BPI, BID, EXIM Bank and AIIB.
During his tenure, Nabéined close relations with Tun Daim Zainuddin, Chief Adviser to the Malaysian Government, founder of ICB Bank and former Minister of Finance of Malaysia.
On 13 March 2024, Ishmael Nabé was appointed Minister of Planning and International Cooperation by decree, replacing Rose Pola Pricemou. In this strategic position, he is responsible for guiding Guinea's economic planning and international cooperation efforts.
Skills and assets
Ismaël Nabé is distinguished by a remarkable set of skills and attributes that enable him to excel in his current functions. First of all, he has a strong academic background, with renowned degrees in telecommunications engineering and natural resource governance. In addition, he has five international languages (English, French, Spanish, Arabic and Malay), an undeniable asset in a globalized world.
Nabé has served on or served in several prestigious advisory and management boards, such as the National External Stock Exchange Service (SNABE), the Malaysian African Professionals & Entrepreneurs (MAPE), Pereira International and the World Start-Up Festival.
His expertise is internationally recognised, as evidenced by his regular participation as a lead speaker and panelist at leading events. These include the World Summit Government (Dubai), Smart Africa (Rwanda), TICAD (Japan), FOCAC (China), India-Africa Exim Conclave (India), Davos, Francophonie, OCI, World Islamic Economic Forum (Malaysia), Dubai Expo 2020, Africa Singapore Business Forum (Singapore), Assembly of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) (United Kingdom), 1st Saudi Arabia-Africa Summit, BIG (BPI France Inno Generation) (France), TXF Africa (South Africa), Ministerial Conference on Economic Cooperation Korea-Africa, Annual Assemblies of the Group of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and Yearly Meetings of the African Development Bank (BAD).
Conclusion
Ismaël Nabé’s journey, from his studies in telecommunications engineering to his current role as Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, is a real source of inspiration. Its impressive achievements, recognized expertise and extensive international network make it a valuable asset for Guinea in its pursuit of economic development and strengthening international cooperation.
With his qualities of labor, serenity and assiduity, his high sense of work well done and his experience gained in the Guinean Primacy in the role of driving a new momentum in economic cooperation with investors, economic partners and donors, no doubt that the post of Minister of Planning and International Cooperation is the right measure of Mr. Ismaël Nabé.
Victor Hugo, a former student of the School Group, proved himself both under the regime of Alpha Condé and in the era of the CNRD, which advocates the re-establishment under the leadership of Corps General Mamadi Doumbouya. With his expertise, commitment and vision, Ismaël Nabé is well placed to meet the challenges ahead and make a significant contribution to Guinea’s sustainable development.
