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President Julius Maada Bio and First Lady Fatima Maada Bio Depart for 2024 China-Africa Cooperation Forum in Beijing
His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, President of Sierra Leone, along with his wife, First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has departed from Freetown International Airport to attend the 2024 China-Africa Cooperation Forum (FOCAC) Summit in Beijing. The summit, scheduled to take place from September 4th to 6th, 2024, is a significant event that will bring together leaders from across Africa and China to discuss and strengthen their partnership.
President Bio’s participation in the FOCAC Summit highlights Sierra Leone’s commitment to fostering strong diplomatic and economic ties with China, a key global player and a major partner in Africa’s development journey. The summit is expected to address critical issues such as trade, investment, infrastructure development, and sustainable growth, offering a platform for African nations to voice their needs and priorities.
First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, known for her active engagement in humanitarian and social causes, will accompany the President, representing Sierra Leone on the international stage and showcasing the nation’s dynamic leadership.
This year’s FOCAC Summit comes at a crucial time as Africa seeks to recover and rebuild in the post-pandemic era, with an emphasis on innovation, digital transformation, and strengthening resilience against global challenges. The summit promises to be a pivotal moment for redefining China-Africa relations and exploring new avenues of cooperation.
Stay tuned to AfrinityTv for updates on the summit and the latest from Sierra Leone’s delegation in Beijing!
Sierra Leone’s First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio Meets with Korean Red Cross Leaders
Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, Sierra Leone’s First Lady, had a pivotal meeting with the President and Vice President of the Korean National Red Cross. The discussion aimed to enhance the partnership between the Korean Red Cross and the Office of the First Lady of Sierra Leone, focusing on sanitation and health initiatives, especially for women and girls.
The President of the Korean Red Cross praised Dr. Fatima Maada Bio for her exceptional work in promoting sanitation and health for women and girls in Sierra Leone. He acknowledged her dedicated efforts and impactful programs that have greatly improved the lives of many women and girls across the country.
During the bilateral meeting, Her Excellency advocated for continued support from the Korean Red Cross, stressing the urgent need to improve sanitation facilities and health services for women and girls in Sierra Leone. Dr. Bio expressed gratitude for the existing support and highlighted the positive impact of the Korean Red Cross’s contributions on Sierra Leonean communities.
Dr. Fatima Maada Bio shared her vision for the future, aiming to build on current successes and further strengthen the collaboration between the two organizations. She emphasized the importance of sustained efforts and international partnerships to tackle critical issues in sanitation and health, essential for the empowerment and well-being of women and girls.
The meeting concluded with the Korean National Red Cross reaffirming its commitment to supporting the initiatives of the Office of the First Lady of Sierra Leone. Both parties agreed on the need for ongoing dialogue and cooperation to ensure the effective implementation of projects that will benefit the people of Sierra Leone.
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