Diplomacy: Bassirou Diomaye Faye receives the credentials of six ambassadors

The President of the Republic, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, received, Thursday October 22, 2026, at the Palais de la République, the letters of credence of six new ambassadors accredited to Senegal. They represent Thailand, Lebanon, Kuwait, Italy, South Korea and Nigeria.

Six countries represented

The ceremony marked the official entry into office of these diplomats in Senegal. They are Ms. Nipa Nirannoot, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand, Mr. Nadim Sourati, Ambassador of Lebanon, and Mr. Nayef M. Almudhaf, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait.

The list also includes Mr. Michele Tommasi, Ambassador of the Italian Republic, Mr. Jae Hui Kim, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, and Mr. Zayyad Habu Abdussalam, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Senegal reaffirms its diplomatic openness

Through this ceremony, Senegal reaffirms its relations with partners from several regions of the world, notably Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. This diversity reflects the country’s desire to maintain relations based on dialogue and mutual respect.

The Head of State wished the six ambassadors every success in carrying out their mission in Dakar. He also assured them of the support of the Senegalese authorities in the exercise of their functions.