Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Vows to Strengthen Relations with Republic of Korea’s Prime Minister
Sierra Leone’s President, Dr Julius Maada Bio, held a successful bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Han Duck-soo of the Republic of Korea, where they both committed to deepening relations between the two countries.
Expressing gratitude to the Government of the Republic of Korea for their bilateral support to Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio reiterated his country’s determination to learn from their efforts towards sustainable development. The President also highlighted Sierra Leone’s progress in investing in human capital development, his flagship project, and his priority for food security in his second term.
In response, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo expressed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Sierra Leone, with a particular emphasis on trade facilitation. The Prime Minister also informed President Bio about the Korea-Africa Leaders’ Summit, underscoring the importance of building a stronger relationship between the Republic of Korea and Africa.
The Republic of Korea and Sierra Leone established diplomatic relations on June 25, 1962. Notably, the Korean government funded the construction of the new Freetown City Hall, a towering fifteen-story building that graces Freetown’s skyline, with USD 55 million, and with the help of Korean engineers.
Sierra Leone-Korea Bilateral Relations: Building on Shared Values and Common Interests
The bilateral meeting between the President of Sierra Leone and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea is a significant step towards strengthening diplomatic ties between the two countries.
With Sierra Leone’s rich natural resources and Korea’s technological prowess, the potential for collaboration and mutual benefits is enormous. While the Republic of Korea has shown support towards Sierra Leone in areas of infrastructure and humanitarian aid, there are opportunities to extend this support towards areas such as agriculture, education, and healthcare.
Furthermore, the bilateral meeting presents an opportunity to improve trade relations between the two countries, with Korea’s vast economy and Sierra Leone’s abundance of natural resources making it an attractive destination for investment.
Conclusion
The meeting between President Julius Maada Bio and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo underscores the commitment of both nations to strengthen relations and build on shared values and common interests. With Sierra Leone’s potential for growth and Korea’s technological capabilities, the prospects for collaboration and mutual benefits are immense. The strong foundation laid by the two countries’ diplomatic ties since 1962 creates an environment conducive to fostering greater collaboration and deepening of their friendship.
