Moroccan and Gambian businessmen to benefit from business forum

Chargé d’Affaires Ahmed Belhadj disclosed this on Tuesday, July 30, during the commemorations of the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne.

“To promote our relations, we plan to organise a business forum for Moroccan and Gambian businessmen to explore business opportunities in The Gambia,” he said.

“In terms of African trade, Morocco joined the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in 2021 and is becoming a strategic hub for the North African region and the entire African continent.”

In this regard, he expressed his gratitude to the Government of The Gambia for its continued cooperation and friendship.

“We firmly believe that by working together we will achieve our common vision of development and make our relations even more remarkable.” He added: “The Gambia is also an important partner of Morocco in the African Union, ECOWAS and other regional and international organizations where the two countries coordinate with each other and share the same views and vision for peace, security and development in Africa.”

He further said: “Regarding bilateral relations, delegations from various ministries and institutions of the two countries have exchanged visits several times this year. In January this year, the two countries held the third joint cooperation committee meeting in Dakhla, during which 11 agreements in different fields were signed. So far, the two countries have signed 34 agreements in various fields.”

Regarding bilateral relations, he said: “Morocco and The Gambia are not only brotherly and friendly countries, but also strong partners in all fields, thanks to consultations and coordination based on the principles of solidarity and mutual support.

“Over the past 25 years, Morocco has played an active role in the development of the African continent. Through solidarity actions, an approach based on the principles of South-South cooperation, and investments aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth.

“Morocco’s deep affection for the African continent is reflected in its numerous visits to African countries. Since 2000, Morocco has signed more than 1,500 agreements with more than 45 African countries.

“In the field of education, Morocco has been investing in African youth since the 1980s. Every year, more than 7,000 students from several sub-Saharan African countries receive scholarships to study at Moroccan universities.”

According to the latest statistics, Chargé d’Affaires Belhaj said that Morocco’s “centres of excellence” have welcomed more than 25,000 students and about 5,000 professionals from 47 African countries for vocational training.