Africa-Press – Gambia. Vice President of The Gambia, His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow has called for urgent, coordinated action to boost trade and deepen regional integration among Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), stressing the need for transformative strategies to overcome the persistent challenges of limited sea access.
Delivering the Co-Chairs’ address on behalf of Nepal’s prime minister at the closing session of the Third United Nations Conference on LLDCs, VP Jallow underscored the importance of infrastructure investment, innovative partnerships, and policy reforms to unlock the full economic potential of these nations.“His Excellency Mohammed B.S. Jallow, Vice President of the Republic of The Gambia, today delivered the Co-Chairs’ Address on behalf of Nepal’s Prime Minister at the closing of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) in Turkmenistan. The high-level roundtable focused on seizing the transformative potential of trade, trade facilitation, and regional integration to unlock opportunities for LLDCs,” the Vice President’s Office stated in a release.
The high-level roundtable centered on harnessing the transformative potential of trade, trade facilitation, and regional integration as key levers for growth. Discussions outlined several priority actions:
Addressing the structural challenges of limited sea access to ensure fair participation in global trade.
Strengthening LLDCs’ integration into the multilateral trading system, with dedicated support from the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Investing in infrastructure, digitalization, and “smart” trade corridors to modernize customs and improve efficiency.
Aligning trade initiatives with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to promote green, resilient, and inclusive growth.
Forging stronger partnerships with transit countries, development partners, and the private sector to drive trade diversification.
The Vice President reaffirmed The Gambia’s solidarity with LLDCs, stating that the country is committed to shaping a future where “trade knows no barriers” and economic opportunities are accessible to all.“With a shared vision, delegates committed to bold, coordinated action to double LLDCs’ exports by 2034, reduce trade barriers, and harness trade as a driver for inclusive and sustainable development.The Gambia proudly stands with LLDCs in shaping a future where trade knows no barriers.”
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