By Ya Awa Touray
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, Dr. Mamadou Tangara, on Thursday 21 July, 2022 graced the 246th Independence anniversary celebration of the United States of America held at the Coco Ocean Resort, Bijilo.
Dr. Tangara delivered a statement on the eve of the event raised a toast to the excellent bilateral cooperation between the Republic of The Gambia and the United States of America.
“We are duty-bound to support each other and leave no one behind and I’ll borrow the words from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ‘Let us transform the jangling discords in the world into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood and friendship’.”
In his remarks, the Minister reiterated The Gambia’s gratitude to the Government and people of the United States and reassured them of our friendship and partnership for the benefit of our peoples.
He noted that the United States has always stood by The Gambia, as a friend and true partner.
“It is our sincere hope that partners and friends, like the United States, will continue to accompany us on our journey to a renewed Gambia that is a beacon to Africa and the rest of the world,” he stated.
Minister Tangara finally wished the US through the embassy a happy anniversary and reassure of friendship and partnership between the countries for the benefit of our peoples.
After delivering their speeches, Ambassador Sharon L. Cromer and Foreign Minister Dr. Mamadou Tangara cut a cake, symbolising the enduring partnership between the United States and The Gambia.