In a significant development for diplomatic ties, Bryan D. Hunt, the recently designated US Ambassador to Sierra Leone, has officially arrived in Sierra Leone today, Thursday, 7 September 2023, to assume his role as the Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Freetown.
Hunt, a seasoned diplomat, is taking over the position from Ambassador Reimer, who was appointed on January 19, 2021.
The nomination of Bryan Hunt as the United States Ambassador to Sierra Leone was announced in March of this year, and it has now received formal endorsement from the Senate Cloakroom.
Bryan David Hunt’s confirmation, achieved through a unanimous voice vote, has officially designated him as the next Ambassador to the Republic of Sierra Leone. This legislative approval, documented under Executive Calendar #221, reflects the Senate’s unanimous support for Hunt’s crucial role in representing the United States in this West African nation.
President Joe Biden’s nomination of Bryan Hunt for this vital diplomatic role highlights his exceptional qualifications and extensive experience. Hunt, a native of Virginia, boasts an illustrious career in the Senior Foreign Service, holding the rank of Minister Counselor. Before his current appointment, he served as the Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to the United States Transportation Command, stationed at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois.
Hunt’s professional journey has been marked by significant involvement in African affairs, including serving as the Director of the Office of South Sudan and Sudan at the Bureau of African Affairs in Washington, D.C. He has also held the position of Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for East Africa and the Sudans at the State Department, showcasing his deep expertise in the region.
Ambassador Bryan D. Hunt’s appointment ushers in a new era of diplomatic engagement between the United States and Sierra Leone. He follows in the esteemed footsteps of Ambassador David Reimer, who has dedicated several years to serving the U.S. mission in Sierra Leone.
This appointment underscores the commitment of both nations to cultivate a relationship founded on cooperation, mutual understanding, and shared progress, marking a promising step forward in enhancing bilateral ties.