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๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐: The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Hon. Sering Modou Njie, has bid farewell to the outgoing Ambassador of the Peopleโs Republic of China to The Gambia, H.E. Liu Jin, following the conclusion of his tour of duty in The Gambia. Minister Njie expressed appreciation to Ambassador Liu for his dedicated service and personal commitment to strengthening the longstanding friendship and cooperation between The Gambia and the Peopleโs Republic of China. The Honourable Minister commended Ambassador Liu for his contributions to the advancement of bilateral relations during his tenure, highlighting the breadth and depth of cooperation between The Gambia and China across key areas of national development, including infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, trade and investment, capacity building and development assistance. He further acknowledged the support extended by the Government of the Peopleโs Republic of China to The Gambia and expressed appreciation for Ambassador Liuโs close engagement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in advancing the shared interests of both countries. Minister Njie noted that the strong bonds of friendship between The Gambia and China continue to provide a solid foundation for further cooperation, while expressing confidence that the bilateral relationship will continue to deepen in the years ahead. In his remarks, Ambassador Liu Jin expressed gratitude to the Government and people of The Gambia for the warm hospitality and support extended to him and his team throughout his assignment. He particularly appreciated the cooperation received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other Gambian institutions in facilitating the work of the Chinese Embassy. The outgoing Ambassador reflected on the longstanding friendship between the two countries and highlighted the progress made in bilateral cooperation during his tenure. Ambassador Liu expressed optimism that the existing cooperation between the two countries would continue to flourish, with both sides building on the achievements recorded over the years and exploring new areas of mutual interest. This year marks ten years since the resumption of diplomatic relations between The Gambia and the Peopleโs Republic of China, a period that has witnessed the continued strengthening and expansion of bilateral cooperation. In concluding the farewell engagement, Minister Njie conveyed his best wishes to Ambassador Liu Jin for continued success, good health and fulfilment in his future endeavours, while expressing appreciation for his service and contribution to the strengthening of Gambia-China relations.
๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฬ ๐’๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐8th ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐: The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Hon. Sering Modou Njie, on Tuesday 15th September 2026, received Mr Hassan Alaoui Mostefi, the newly appointed Chargรฉ d’Affaires of the Kingdom of Morocco to The Gambia, who presented copies of his Letters of Credence. In welcoming the Chargรฉ d’Affaires, the Honourable Minister thanked the Kingdom of Morocco for its longstanding friendship, invaluable contribution, and remarkable support to The Gambia’s national development efforts, and assured him of the Ministry’s fullest support under its open-door policy. He also extended his gratitude and appreciation to his counterpart, His Excellency Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco. In response, Mr Alaoui Mostefi thanked the Honourable Minister and pledged to further strengthen the already cordial and longstanding relations between The Gambia and Morocco. The Gambia and Morocco continue to enjoy strong bilateral ties anchored in mutual respect, shared values, and cooperation across diplomacy, trade, defence, education, and religious affairs.
๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ ๐ ๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ๐ญ-๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ข๐๐ง ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ซ๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐ฉ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ฌ
๐๐๐ง๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฅ, 10๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐: The Hon. Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, on Tuesday, 8th September 2026 held a meeting with Former Gambian Ambassadors and Retired Senior Diplomatic Executives at the Ministry in Banjul the first meeting of its kind between the Ministry and the country’s former diplomats. The meeting was also attended by Permanent Secretary I, Ambassador Lang Yabou, Permanent Secretary II, Ms. Fatou Kinneh Jobe, Ambassador Ebrima Ousmane Ndure, Chairman of the Interim Committee for the proposed Association of Former Gambian Ambassadors and Retired Senior Diplomatic Executives, and Ambassador Ruth Adjuah Sowe, The Gambia’s first female Ambassador. During the meeting, the Hon. Minister outlined the Ministry’s strategic vision and priorities, including a Foreign Service Reform Programme and a proposed Foreign Service Academy. He also updated attendees on a number of policy instruments currently being finalized: the Foreign Policy Framework, the Foreign Service Regulation, the Foreign Service Bill, the Diaspora Strategy, and the Code of Conduct for Gambian Diplomats. Minister Njie proposed the establishment of a Retired Diplomats Advisory Forum and outlined areas for continued engagement with retired diplomats, including mentorship of serving officers, contributions to the proposed Foreign Service Academy, and input into the review of institutional and policy documents. Speaking at the meeting, Ambassador Ebrima Ousmane Ndure, Chairman of the Interim Committee, briefed attendees on progress made toward formalizing the Association of Former Gambian Ambassadors and Retired Senior Diplomatic Executives an initiative intended to provide mentorship, training, and advisory support to the Foreign Service. In their remarks, Permanent Secretary I, Ambassador Lang Yabou and Permanent Secretary II, Ms. Fatou Kinneh Jobe welcomed the former diplomats on behalf of the Ministry and expressed appreciation for their continued willingness to support the work of the Foreign Service. In conclusion, the Hon. Minister thanked the former Ambassadors and retired senior diplomatic executives for their years of service and reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to structured and ongoing collaboration with them going forward.
๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ฉ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ข๐ ๐ง ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ
๐๐๐ง๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฅ, 10๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐: The Hon. Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, on Friday, 4th September 2026, received Ms. Helen Kamau, Representative and Country Director of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in The Gambia, who paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry to formally present her Letters of Credence. During the meeting, the Hon. Minister welcomed Ms. Kamau to the Republic of The Gambia and congratulated her on her appointment as WFP Representative and Country Director. He expressed appreciation for the longstanding partnership between the Government of The Gambia and the World Food Programme, noting the Organisationโs continued contribution to the countryโs development efforts. Minister Njie further highlighted the valuable role played by WFP in supporting national priorities, particularly in the area of education and other programmes aimed at improving the welfare and livelihoods of vulnerable communities. For her part, Ms. Helen Kamau expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome and outlined some of the challenges confronting the organisation, particularly in relation to resource mobilisation and language barriers. She, however, expressed her commitment to working closely with the Government of The Gambia and other partners throughout her tenure to advance WFPโs mandate in the country. In conclusion, the Hon. Sering Modou Njie thanked Ms. Kamau for the continued support and contributions of the World Food Programme to The Gambia. He reaffirmed the Ministryโs commitment to strengthening cooperation between The Gambia and WFP and expressed hope for further collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐๐๐๐๐๐, 10th ๐๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐๐: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad expresses its deep sadness following reports of a boat incident involving migrants and extends its sincere condolences to the families and loved ones affected. The Ministry conveys its solidarity with all those awaiting information regarding the whereabouts and wellbeing of their relatives. At this stage, the identities and nationalities of the persons reportedly on board have not been officially verified. While preliminary information suggests that the vessel may have departed from The Gambia, the Ministry is engaging with the Spanish authorities and other relevant stakeholders to establish the circumstances of the incident and verify the information currently available. The Ministry is also liaising with the relevant Spanish authorities and, through its National Focal Point under the Rabat Process, maintaining contact with relevant counterparts and partners, including IOM and ICRC, as appropriate, to facilitate information-sharing and contribute to efforts to clarify the situation. The Ministry is mindful of the distress and uncertainty being experienced by families whose relatives may be missing. The Ministry therefore urges the public and all concerned to exercise caution regarding information that has not been officially verified, as inaccurate reports may cause further distress to affected families. Further information will be communicated, as appropriate, once the relevant facts have been established and verified. The Ministry remains concerned about the continued risks associated with dangerous and irregular migration journeys and underscores the importance of continued cooperation among relevant authorities and stakeholders to promote safe and regular migration and protect vulnerable migrants from exploitation. The Ministry extends its deepest sympathies to all families and communities affected by this incident and appreciates the understanding, patience and cooperation of the public as efforts to establish the facts continue. ๐๐๐.
๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐๐ข๐ฉ๐๐ญ๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ 26๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ฑ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ข๐ฅ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐๐ง ๐๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ง
๐๐๐๐๐๐, 31st ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ 2926: The Gambia is participating in the 26th Extraordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union, being held today, 29 August 2026, in Luanda, Angola, ahead of the 21st Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union under the theme Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa, scheduled for tomorrow, 30 August 2026. The Honourable Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, is leading The Gambiaโs participation at todayโs Executive Council session, while H.E. Mohamed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, will lead the Gambian delegation at tomorrowโs Assembly. The Executive Council is considering key working documents for the Extraordinary Summit, including the Draft Decision on Strengthening Mechanisms for Conflict Prevention and Resolution in Africa and the Luanda Action Plan. In his intervention, the Honourable Minister welcomed the Draft Decision and Luanda Action Plan, emphasising the urgent need for sustainable, predictable and flexible financing for the AUโs peace and security efforts. He underscored the importance of moving from reaction to prevention and from early warning to early action, including through the operationalisation of the AU Trigger Model for Early Warning and Early Response. The Minister further highlighted the importance of strengthening the Peace and Security Council, enhancing AU Regional Economic Communities/Regional Mechanisms (REC/RM) cooperation, and advancing democratic governance, constitutional order, counter-terrorism, peacebuilding and the meaningful participation of women and youth. He also reaffirmed The Gambiaโs support for strengthening the AU Peace Fund and stressed that continental decisions must be translated into action through clear responsibilities, timelines, monitoring and accountability. As Africa prepares for the Assembly tomorrow, The Gambia remains committed to African-led solutions, stronger conflict-prevention mechanisms and collective action towards sustainable peace and security on the continent. The Minister is accompanied by Ms. Fatou Kinneh Jobe, Permanent Secretary II at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Musa Mbye, Permanent Secretary at the Office of the Vice President; Mr. Alfusainey Bah, Deputy Head of Mission at The Gambia Embassy in Ethiopia; and Mrs. Tunko Jallow, First Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ๐ธOffice of the Vice President – The Gambia
๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ฐ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ข๐ ๐ง ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ
๐๐๐๐๐๐, 31st ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ 2026: Hon. Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, on August 21st, 2026, received Dr. Simeon Konan Koffi, Director of ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority, who was overseeing the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia, on a farewell visit to the Ministry. During the visit, Minister Njie welcomed Dr. Koffi and his delegation, expressing gratitude for his leadership and service throughout his tenure. He highlighted the vital role ECOWAS played during The Gambiaโs 2016 political impasse, noting its continued contribution to peace and security in the region. Minister Njie further thanked Dr. Koffi for his dedication while overseeing the ECOWAS Mission. Hon Njie also seized the opportunity to express the Government’s gratitude to the President of the ECOWAS Commission His Excellency Dr. Omar A. Touray and Ambassador Miatta Lily French (Outgone ECOWAS Representative) for their invaluable contributions to the development, peace and stability of The Gambia. In his remarks, Dr. Koffi extended appreciation to the Government of The Gambia for the support provided to the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority and the ECOWAS Commission.. He assured the Minister that ECOWAS will remain a steadfast partner, particularly during upcoming electoral period to help preserve the peace and democratic order for which The Gambia is widely recognized. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad conveys best wishes to Dr. Koffi in his future endeavors and assures its commitment to strengthening collaboration with ECOWAS in advancing regional peace, security, and integration.
๐.๐. ๐๐ซ. ๐๐ข๐ค๐ก๐๐ข๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ง๐๐๐ฏ, ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ง ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ซ, ๐ฉ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐จ๐ง. ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฃ๐ข๐
๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐๐๐: On August 21st, 2026, His Excellency Mr. Mikhail Korneev, Ambassador of the Russian Federation, presented copies of his Letters of Credence to the Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Hon. Sering Modou Njie. Minister Njie warmly welcomed Ambassador Korneev and congratulated him on his new appointment. He conveyed The Gambiaโs appreciation for the longstanding relations with the Russian Federation and expressed gratitude for the establishment of a resident Embassy in Banjul, which marks a significant milestone in bilateral cooperation. Discussions during the meeting focused on possible areas of collaboration, including education, agriculture, Peace and Security. The Minister assured Ambassador Korneev of the Ministryโs full support in the discharge of his duties and conveyed the greetings of His Excellency President Adama Barrow to the Russian Embassy and to the President of the Russian Federation, His Excellency Vladimir Putin. The engagement underscored the shared commitment of The Gambia and the Russian Federation to deepen cooperation across key sectors and to strengthen the bonds of friendship between the two nations.
๐๐จ๐ง. ๐๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฃ๐ข๐ ๐๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ฐ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ค๐๐ซ ๐๐ฌ ๐ก๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฌ ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง
๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐๐๐: The Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, H.E Sering Modou Njie, on August 21st 2026 received His Excellency Mr. Oba Fahrir Turker, the outgoing Ambassador of the Republic of Tรผrkiye to The Gambia, who paid a farewell visit at the Ministryโs headquarters in Banjul. Hon. Minister Njie warmly welcomed Ambassador Turker and conveyed the Governmentโs profound gratitude to the Republic of Tรผrkiye for its steadfast support to The Gambia. He noted that Tรผrkiye has been a genuine and reliable partner, contributing significantly to the strengthening of bilateral relations. The Minister commended Ambassador Turker for his dedication and commitment throughout his tenure, and expressed appreciation for his role in advancing cooperation between the two nations. Minister Njie further extended fraternal greetings to the President of the Republic of Tรผrkiye on behalf of His Excellency Mr. Adama Barrow, and the Government and people of The Gambia. The Hon. Minister highlighted the great contributions Tรผrkiye made to The Gambiaโs development over the years in key areas of collaboration such as trade, defence and security, education , health sector, and other areas of mutual interest. He assured that the partnership between the two countries will continue to flourish, and further wished Ambassador Turker success in his future endeavors. Hon. Minister Njie concluded by paying special gratitude to Ambassador Turker for the great contribution he made to strengthen and deepen the Gambia-Tรผrkiye relations during his tour of duty in the Gambia. Ambassador Turker, in response, expressed sincere gratitude to the Minister, the Ministry, and the Government of The Gambia for the support extended to him during his tenure. He described The Gambia as a peaceful country and commended the Ministry for its cooperation. Ambassador Turker assured that the Republic of Tรผrkiye remains committed to deepening and expanding the longstanding friendship and cooperation with The Gambia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad wishes Ambassador Turker all the best in his future endeavors and remains committed to continuing the strong bilateral relations between The Gambia and the Republic of Tรผrkiye.