A joint communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations was signed between Uzbekistan and The Gambia, Azernews reports, citing the Kun news agency. The signing ceremony took place on March 14 in New York, where the Permanent Representative of Uzbekistan to the UN, Ulugbek Lapasov, and the Permanent Representative of The Gambia to the UN, Lamine Dibba, signed the document on behalf of their respective governments.

The agreement signifies a significant step in the relations between the two countries, demonstrating their shared commitment to enhancing cooperation on various fronts. Both parties expressed a strong interest in strengthening their collaboration within international organizations, including the United Nations and its specialized agencies.

Furthermore, the agreement outlines a commitment to intensify interaction to identify mutually beneficial areas of bilateral cooperation. This move is expected to open up new opportunities for economic, cultural, and social exchanges between Uzbekistan and The Gambia.

With this development, The Gambia becomes the 148th country with which Uzbekistan has established diplomatic relations, underscoring Uzbekistan’s efforts to expand its diplomatic footprint and strengthen ties with nations around the world.

The establishment of diplomatic relations between Uzbekistan and The Gambia is expected to bring mutual benefits to both countries and contribute to the promotion of peace, stability, and prosperity in their respective regions and beyond.