On April 26, 2024, the Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency Ms. Yassine Fall, held a meeting with Her Excellency Ms. Maria Dolores Rios Peset, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Senegal. This meeting, known as an audience, was a formal welcome and served as an opportunity for the Minister to receive copies of the Ambassador’s letters of credence.The letters of credence, also known as credentials, are formal letters from a head of state or government accrediting an ambassador to a foreign country. They serve as proof of the ambassador’s authority to represent their country and carry out diplomatic duties in the receiving country. In this case, the letters of credence were presented to the Minister as a symbolic gesture, signifying the official beginning of the Ambassador’s diplomatic mission in Senegal.During the audience, the two parties engaged in discussions on strengthening the bilateral relations between Senegal and Spain. They also exchanged views on key issues of mutual interest, such as economic cooperation, trade, and cultural exchange. This meeting was a testimony to the strong and cordial relationship between the two countries and their commitment to promoting cooperation and friendship.The Ambassador, Ms. Rios Peset, is a seasoned diplomat with a wealth of experience in international relations. Prior to her appointment in Senegal, she served as the Chief of Protocol for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Spain. Her Excellency’s arrival in Senegal is a clear indication of her country’s interest in furthering its relations with the West African nation.In conclusion, the audience of April 26, 2024, was a significant event that highlighted the continued efforts of Senegal and Spain to strengthen their diplomatic ties. The warm welcome extended by the Minister to the newly accredited Ambassador and the positive discussions held during the meeting demonstrate the potential for further cooperation and collaboration between the two nations. Both parties have expressed their commitment to work closely together for the mutual benefit of their countries and people
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