Gambia hosts Inter-regional Dialogue on the Reviews of the Global Compact for Migration

The Gambia hosts Interregional Dialogue on the Reviews of the Global Compact for Migration the International Organization for Migration, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and the United Network on Migration in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad, hosted the Interregional Dialogue on the Reviews of the Global Compact for Migration for Interstate Consultation Mechanisms on Migration in Africa and the Americas on 23rd and 24th July 2024.
The two-day workshop aimed to enhance cooperation between Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean regions on migration issues, with a focus on labour mobility and the protection of migrant workers. This initiative aims to improve information sharing, review the progress of the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM) and explore collaboration opportunities at the global, regional and cross-regional levels.
In the opening remarks, the representative from the Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights (OHCHR), Ms. Yvonne Masara said, “ we recognize the Government of The Gambia for its dedication and commitment to the GCM and for creating a comprehensive framework which will aim to address the challenges, opportunities and issues surrounding migration”. She also emphasized the importance of addressing human rights compliance issues in migration governance.
Representing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Permanent Secretary I, Ambassador Lang Yabou, welcomed the guests from various countries to The Gambia and reaffirmed the government’s commitment, cooperation, and solidarity in developing an effective global migration governance framework. He stated that The Gambia is one of the Global Champions of the Global Compact on Migration because like many other countries, is deeply affected by migration. Therefore, “It is important to have a wholesome approach to manage migration effectively.” he continued.
Ambassador Yabou encouraged all stakeholders at all levels to continue to engage in constructive dialogue to strengthen collective efforts that will promote safe, orderly, and regular migration as well as protect the rights of migrants and harness the potential of migration for sustainable development.
The event was attended by various officials from across the international community and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other institutions of government.