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Sierra Leone High Commissioner meets with Trade Minister Joof

May 22, 2025, 11:17 AM | Article By: Mariatou Ngum

Her Excellency Martha Consilia Kanagbo, the Sierra Leone High Commissioner to The Gambia paid a courtesy call on Hon. Baboucarr O. Joof, Minister of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment at his office in Banjul.

During the meeting, senior officials from both sides discussed ways to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties between Sierra Leone and The Gambia.

The High Commission highlighted the numerous trade opportunities existing between the two countries and referenced the trade agreement signed in 2021 by the respective Trade Ministries. They emphasized the importance of increased engagement between the two ministries to ensure the effective implementation of this agreement and to unlock mutual economic benefits.

Minister Joof commended the High Commissioner for the visit and assured his commitment to working closely with the High Commission to foster stronger economic ties and realize shared development goals. He reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a vibrant trade relationship that will contribute to the development and prosperity of both nations.