{"id":82404,"date":"2025-07-19T18:21:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T18:21:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/uncategorized\/gras-cg-pledges-stronger-customs-cooperation-with-senegal"},"modified":"2025-07-19T19:12:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T19:12:53","slug":"gras-cg-pledges-stronger-customs-cooperation-with-senegal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/gras-cg-pledges-stronger-customs-cooperation-with-senegal","title":{"rendered":"Gra\u2019S CG Pledges Stronger Customs Cooperation with Senegal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong><\/span><b>The Commissioner General (CG) of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) Mr. Yankuba Darboe, has reaffirmed his institution\u2019s commitment to regional customs modernization and the adoption of international best practices.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>He made the remarks during a meeting between the GRA and the Senegalese Customs Administration, marking a follow-up to the bilateral agreements reached on Tuesday July 15, 2024 in Dakar.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis expert-level engagement is a pivotal step towards implementing the resolutions adopted during our July summit,\u201d said Mr. Darboe. \u201cThat meeting set the foundation for a deeper and more effective collaboration between our customs administrations with the shared goal of facilitating legitimate trade, securing borders, and advancing economic integration between our two countries.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Darboe emphasized the strategic importance of collaboration between The Gambia and Senegal, given their shared history, culture, and economic ties.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs neighboring nations, it is imperative that our customs services work in close coordination transparently and efficiently. The outcomes of these technical discussions will have a direct impact on trade flows across our borders, ease logistical bottlenecks, and enhance the competitiveness of both economies,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>He described the current meeting as a timely opportunity for technical teams to assess progress since the Dakar agreement, openly address challenges, and chart a practical path forward for implementation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe involvement of all relevant actors from trade and transport officials to private sector stakeholders is critical,\u201d he added. \u201cSustainable customs reform requires an inclusive, multi-stakeholder approach. I\u2019m particularly encouraged by the participation of representatives from the Ministry of Trade, the Gambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Transport Union, and the clearing and forwarding community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Mr. Darboe praised the dedication of joint working groups from both administrations, crediting their efforts for driving progress on priority areas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur collaboration with Senegal Customs is more than a necessity it is a strategic imperative. It serves not just our national interests, but also those of the broader West African region,\u201d he affirmed. \u201cI urge all stakeholders to maintain this momentum, deepen mutual understanding, and remain guided by the principles of partnership, respect, and shared responsibility.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Gambia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. The Commissioner General (CG) of the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) Mr. Yankuba Darboe, has reaffirmed his institution\u2019s commitment to regional customs modernization and the adoption of international best practices. 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