Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR) – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), a cornerstone of regional integration for nearly half a century, faces an existential crisis. Military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have declared their intent to leave the organization, while neighboring presidents strive to salvage what remains.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a notable turn of events, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) recently convened an Islamic Summit Conference session in Gambia, where the Taliban, despite lacking recognition from any of the 57 member nations, participated. The meeting, which aimed to address critical issues, including human rights in Afghanistan, witnessed the presence of a Taliban representative, raising questions about the approach to engage with the Afghan regime.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Following the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit hosted in Banjul, The Gambia’s stance on its relationship with Israel remains resolute despite the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Foreign Minister Dr. Mamadou Tangara reaffirmed the country’s commitment to maintaining diplomatic ties with Israel, even as pressure mounts on countries to isolate Israel over its actions in Palestine.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the Gambia Armed Forces, Adama Barrow, oversaw a ceremony on Tuesday at the State House Cabinet Conference room in Banjul, where 10 Senior Officers were promoted to the rank of Colonel.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The National Assembly Committee on Agriculture has recently embarked on a nationwide fact-finding mission to agricultural marketing societies (SECCOS) following concerns raised about the 2023/24 groundnut trade season. The mission began April 30th and ended May 6th. It aimed to address a D32 million shortfall identified in various SECCOS, as disclosed by the National Food Security Processing and Marketing Corporation (NFSPMC).
Gambiaj.com – (TEL AVIV) – Israeli media have highlighted Iran’s attempt to leverage the recent Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit in Banjul, The Gambia, to advance its agenda against Israel. While the summit’s general declaration reiterated support for Palestinians, the wording in the final statement regarding Gaza has raised concerns in Israel.
Gambiaj.com – (KASSA KUNDA) – The Village Development Committee (VDC) of Kassa Kunda in Kombo Village, Kombo Central District, has expressed deep disappointment with the government’s recent decision to withdraw a land case between the villagers and the Sabally Family. The case, which was being heard at the Brikama Magistrate Court, has raised concerns among the villagers, with the VDC accusing the government of inciting violence.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – During the 15th Islamic Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, Republic of The Gambia, Ms. Busadee Santipitaks, Deputy Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs and Special Envoy of the Prime Minister of Thailand, met with Sering Modou Njie, Minister of Defence of The Gambia, to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) contact group on Jammu and Kashmir has reiterated its call for an early and peaceful resolution of the longstanding dispute.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – In a recent development at the Islamic Summit Conference in Banjul, Maj. Gen. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, the Secretary-General of the Islamic Military Counterterrorism Coalition, met with Maj. Gen. Mamat O. Cham, the Chief of Defense Staff of The Gambia. According to a report by the Saudi Press Agency, the meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism and extremism.
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