𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚-𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧s ¥𝟐𝟎𝟎M 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

Under the agreement, Japan will supply 1,776 metric tons of rice, which will contribute significantly to addressing food needs across the country and complement ongoing national efforts to strengthen food security.

Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Sering Modou Njie conveyed the Government of The Gambia’s deep appreciation to the Government of Japan for its continued and unwavering support. He emphasized that the assistance comes at a critical time and will play an important role in enhancing food availability while supporting broader government interventions in the sector.

In his remarks, the Japanese Ambassador to The Gambia, H.E. Akamatsu Takeshi, noted that the assistance responds directly to a request from the Government of The Gambia and underscores Japan’s strong commitment to supporting the country’s food security agenda. He commended the Government for its leadership and praised the resilience of the Gambian people in the face of global economic and climatic challenges. (Source: Foreign Affairs Ministry)