Gambia’s Foreign Minister Mamadou Tangara met with Professor Muhammad Yunus to discuss Gambia’s genocide case against Myanmar for the Rohingya Muslims. The leaders emphasized the importance of international support, humanitarian aid, and cooperation between Bangladesh and Gambia, including UN peacekeeping initiatives and microcredit exploration for poverty alleviation in Africa.
Gambia’s Foreign Minister Mamadou Tangara recently met with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to discuss the genocide case against Myanmar concerning the Rohingya Muslims. Tangara emphasized Gambia’s commitment to bringing justice for the Rohingya and mentioned that the country’s president is actively supporting this cause, stating, “We want to put this issue back on the map.”
Professor Yunus expressed gratitude for Gambia’s ongoing dedication to the Rohingya situation, mentioning the importance of international support in succeeding with the case. He said, “We want this case to succeed. We want your support. It is a big help for us.” The meeting highlighted the collaborative spirit between Gambia and Bangladesh in international matters.
Tangara praised Yunus’s leadership and diplomatic influence, underscoring his potential to aid the Rohingya. He acknowledged Yunus as a well-recognized public figure in Gambia, stating, “You are a household name in Gambia. With your aura, the International community will always be with you.”
In addition to discussing the genocide case, Yunus outlined Bangladesh’s initiatives to mobilize humanitarian aid for the Rohingya, advocating for essential food and medical support and efforts to prevent further migrations. He proposed enhancing trade relations and cooperation between Gambia and Bangladesh, encouraging Gambia to share ways in which Bangladesh could assist.
The discussions also included agreements to collaborate on UN peacekeeping operations and explore microcredit’s potential to alleviate poverty in Africa. Key policymakers, such as Khalilur Rahman and Lamiya Morshed, were present to further aid these significant discussions.
The meeting between Gambia and Bangladesh officials underscored their joint commitment to address the Rohingya genocide case. Both sides emphasized the importance of international support, humanitarian aid, and cooperation in improving conditions for the Rohingya people. The discussions also highlighted broader goals including deeper economic ties and collaborative peacekeeping efforts within the United Nations.
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