The Bahamas, in its ongoing efforts to forge stronger connections with African nations, has solidified diplomatic relations with the Republic of Benin.
A communiqué was signed by the Bahamian International Minister Fredrick Mitchell and his Beninese counter-part Olushegun Adjadi on the sidelines of the third South-South Summit (G77 + China) in Kampala, Uganda.
Visa-free journey and strengthened bonds
Benin’s Ministry of International Affairs, in a Twitter announcement, emphasised that the settlement signifies the removing of visa necessities for passport holders from each nations.
This vital change guarantees to simplify journey preparations for his or her residents, in the end reinforcing the already amicable relations established through the summit.
A historic and cultural bond
Minister Mitchell lauded the formalization of diplomatic relations, underscoring its pivotal function in fostering nearer cooperation and collaboration between the 2 nations.
He identified that The Bahamas and Benin share a “profound historic and cultural bond rooted within the transatlantic slave commerce.”
Increasing Benin’s ties with the African diaspora
The Bahamian Ministry of International Affairs highlighted Benin’s latest efforts to broaden its relations with the African diaspora, noting that The Bahamas now joins the ranks because the seventh CARICOM (Caribbean Group) nation to provoke diplomatic relations with Benin.
