Press release
The Hon. Serign Modou Njie, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, today received His Excellency Mr. Kim Che-hui, the newly appointed Ambassador-Designate of the Republic of Korea to The Gambia, who presented copies of his Letters of Credence.
Hon. Minister Njie warmly welcomed Ambassador Kim to The Gambia and congratulated him on his appointment, noting the Government's great pleasure in receiving him. He thanked the Ambassador and his Government for the warm hospitality extended during the Minister's recent visit for the Korea-Africa Ministerial Meeting. He also expressed deep appreciation for the Korean Government's continued support to The Gambia.
In response, Ambassador Kim thanked the Minister for the warm reception. He noted that, during his short time in the region, he had been exploring ways to support The Gambiaβs development priorities. He reaffirmed his commitment to working diligently towards strengthening and elevating bilateral cooperation between the two countries. He also acknowledged the small but close-knit Korean community in The Gambia and expressed appreciation to the Minister and the Government of The Gambia for their continued support and hospitality.
Wishing the Ambassador every success as he begins his tenure, Minister Njie expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral relations, anchored in shared interests and mutual cooperation. He underscored that the Republic of Koreaβs support remains an important partner for The Gambia, particularly in the areas of food security, education and human capital development. The Minister once again warmly welcomed Ambassador Kim to The Gambia.
