On November 12, 2026, The Gambia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Serign Modou Njie, welcomed His Excellency Mr. Kim Che-hui, the newly appointed Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Korea to The Gambia. During the meeting, Ambassador Kim presented copies of his Letters of Credence, marking the beginning of his tenure in the country.
Minister Njie warmly welcomed Ambassador Kim and congratulated him on his appointment. The Minister expressed his appreciation for the warm hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to Korea for the Korea-Africa Ministerial Meeting. He also acknowledged the Korean Government's continued support to The Gambia, highlighting its importance in areas such as food security, education, and human capital development.
Ambassador Kim thanked Minister Njie for the warm reception and expressed his commitment to working diligently towards strengthening and elevating bilateral cooperation between the two countries. During his short time in the region, the Ambassador has been exploring ways to support The Gambia's development priorities. He also acknowledged the small but close-knit Korean community in The Gambia and appreciated the Minister and the Government of The Gambia for their continued support and hospitality.
Minister Njie expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral relations between The Gambia and the Republic of Korea, anchored in shared interests and mutual cooperation. The Minister underscored that the Republic of Korea's support remains an important partner for The Gambia, particularly in areas such as food security, education, and human capital development.
The meeting between Minister Njie and Ambassador Kim signifies a renewed commitment to cooperation between the two nations. As Ambassador Kim begins his tenure, he is expected to work closely with the Gambian government to identify areas of mutual benefit and develop strategies for enhanced cooperation.
The Gambia and the Republic of Korea have been working together on various initiatives aimed at promoting economic development and cooperation. The Korean government's support has been instrumental in helping The Gambia address its development challenges, and the country looks forward to continued collaboration with Korea in the future.
Minister Njie once again warmly welcomed Ambassador Kim to The Gambia and wished him every success as he begins his tenure. The Minister's reception of Ambassador Kim's Letters of Credence marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between The Gambia and the Republic of Korea.
Key points
- The Gambia and the Republic of Korea are set to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas such as food security, education, and human capital development.
