GAMBIA OIC SPECIAL

ECOWAS Boosts The Gambia’s Digital Future with Support Grant at OIC Summit

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – On the sidelines of the 15th Summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, The Gambia, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced its offer to support The Gambia’s digital transformation through a grant. This grant, whose amount has not been disclosed, is part of ECOWAS’s ongoing efforts to promote digital transformation across West Africa.

Talibans Attend Gambia OIC Summit, Urge Continued Humanitarian Support for Afghanistan

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Taliban Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the participation of its delegation at the 15th session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Banjul, The Gambia. The session, themed “Enhancing Unity and Solidarity through Dialogue for Sustainable Development,” commenced on Wednesday and has been attended by heads of states and foreign ministers.

OIC Conference – President Barrow Preaches Peace Treaty Between Israel and Palestine

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Gambian President Adama Barrow has urged for a peace treaty in Palestine rather than military action during the 15th Organization of Islamic Cooperation Conference (OIC). He emphasized that military intervention is not a viable option and instead called for a two-state solution.

Saudi Arabia Urges Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza at Islamic Summit in The Gambia

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal Bin Farhan, reiterated the Kingdom’s call for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza, safe humanitarian corridors, and the fulfillment of Palestinians’ legitimate rights, including their right to self-determination and an independent state.

Azerbaijan and The Gambia Strengthen Diplomatic Ties with Visa Regime Agreement

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, recently concluded a productive meeting with Mamadou Tangara, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Affairs of Gambians Abroad, during a working visit to The Gambia. Among the highlights of their discussions was the signing of an agreement to abolish the visa regime between the two countries for holders of diplomatic passports.

Palestinian President Envoy Alleges Genocide by Israel, Urges Action at Banjul OIC Summit

Frederic Tendeng May 5, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) -Riyad al-Maliki, President Mahmoud Abbas’s advisor on international affairs, delivered a passionate speech at the 15th Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Summit in Banjul, Gambia, accusing Israel of carrying out a “vicious and horrific genocide” against the Palestinian people.

OIC Summit Kicks of in Gambia, Calls for End to Gaza Conflict, Justice for Palestinians

Frederic Tendeng May 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Leaders from approximately 50 countries gathered in Banjul, Gambia, for the 15th summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), highlighting the urgent need to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip and address the “crimes” against the Palestinian people.

Chinese President Xi Jinping Extends Congratulations to OIC Summit in Banjul

Frederic Tendeng May 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BEIJING) – Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of congratulations at the onset of the 15th session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s Islamic Summit Conference in Banjul, The Gambia.

Iran and Egypt Foreign Ministers Discuss Middle East, World Affairs in Gambia

Frederic Tendeng May 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry on Saturday afternoon on the sidelines of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) meeting in Banjul, the capital of Gambia.

Bangladesh and Gambia Pledge to Boost Trade in Agriculture

Frederic Tendeng May 4, 2024

Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL) – Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud and Gambia’s Foreign Minister Dr Mamadou Tangara met on Friday on the sidelines of the OIC’s 15th Summit Pre-Preparatory Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Banjul, Gambia. The meeting highlighted the deepening ties between the two countries and focused on cooperation in various fields of the OIC during Gambia’s presidency.