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Gambia's Foreign Policy: Security and Diplom
Summary: The article argues that The Gambia’s foreign policy should be built on a deliberate blend of security, strategic national interests, and robust economic and trade diplomacy. Key points: - Security as a core pillar: regional instability and cross-border threats make security cooperation essential, with Ecowas and regional partnerships playing a crucial role. Examples include the 2016 peaceful transition achieved through diplomatic and regional pressure, and the need f
2026-05-24Gambia, Republic of the | Coface
Summary: Economy and development - Growth is projected to slow slightly in 2025–2026. Tourism (about 20% of GDP in 2024) and remittances will feel the impact of weaker advanced European growth. - The government plans 2025 reforms to limit tax incentives and special investment certificates for underperforming firms, potentially dampening private investment. Conversely, reforms through 2025 aim to simplify business creation, including land access and financing. - The 2023–2027
2026-05-24STATE OF THE NATION ADDRESS - Gambia
Summary: - Context and tone: The 2026 State of the Nation Address (Gambia) frames the current term as a pivotal, finish-line moment, highlighting progress and decisions ahead across governance, economy, and national security. - Economy and finance: - 2026 budget: total revenue and grants of 50.3 billion Dalasis; domestic revenue of 32.2 billion. - Public debt: projected at 68.8% of GDP in 2026, with a path to stabilization and sustainability. - Economic posture: empha
2026-05-24GAMBIA MPO
Summary: - Economy: The Gambia is targeting about 5.5% growth (2025–2027) driven by all sectors, with inflation easing toward single digits (around 6.8% over 2025–2027). Public debt remains high (around 70.6% of GDP in 2024) but is projected to fall below 60% on average in 2025–27; however, debt distress remains a high risk. CAD expected to worsen to ~5.9% of GDP in 2025 before improving. Fiscal deficit projected to narrow to about 1.2% of GDP (2025–2027) aided by program-bas
2026-05-24EU Trade Policy Review: The Gambia 2026
Summary: The EU’s 4 February 2026 trade policy review of The Gambia praises the country’s development potential and recent reforms, while urging diversification beyond tourism and stronger macroeconomic and trade governance. Key points include: - Economic profile: GDP growth averaged 5.2% since 2021; services (mainly tourism) dominate over half of GDP. Climate risks to tourism underscore the push for diversification into other sectors. - EU engagement: The Gambia is acknowled
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