A government delegation that departed Banjul on 3rd May for Washington D.C. to participate at the much anticipated Passport DC Event has this morning paid a courtesy call on the Ambassador of the Republic of The Gambia to the United States, H.E. Momodou Lamin Bah, in his office in Washington D.C.
The delegation comprises of representatives from the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, the National Centre for Arts and Culture, The Gambia Tourism Board and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad.
After the delegation’s meeting with the Ambassador, the team proceeded to the venue to do the necessary preparations ahead of the slated May 6th Event.
The aim of The Gambia joining and celebrating the event amongst other things is to create a platform that will showcase The Gambia and promote diverse culture, wildlife and other tourist attractions that we have to offer as a destination. Increase tourist numbers, and boost their spending and offer socio-economic development as well as investment opportunities.
The objective is to also facilitate cross-cultural exchange and foster better relations between The Gambia and the rest of the world with a view to enhance trade and investment opportunities in The Gambia.
