iHis 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.
Key highlights from the discussions:
✅ Tackling the challenges of limited sea access for fair participation in global trade.
✅ Strengthening integration into the multilateral trading system, including dedicated WTO support for LLDCs.
✅ Investing in infrastructure, digitalization, and smart trade corridors to modernize customs and boost efficiency.
✅ Aligning trade initiatives with the Sustainable Development Goals, promoting green, resilient, and inclusive growth.
✅ Forging stronger partnerships with transit countries, development partners, and the private sector to drive trade diversification.
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.
