Freetown, Sierra Leone – Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has arrived in Sierra Leone for a pivotal four-day working visit aimed at bolstering bilateral relations and fostering regional collaboration between the two neighboring nations.
During his visit, President Boakai will engage with Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada Bio, to deliberate on initiatives designed to advance economic development, promote regional stability, and ensure sustainable growth.
The discussions will focus on enhancing trade and investment, upgrading infrastructure, and developing joint ventures in agriculture and tourism. Additionally, regional security and cooperation within the framework of the Mano River Union (MRU) are expected to dominate the agenda.
Schedule Highlights
The official program for the visit is as follows:
– 9:45 AM: Arrival of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and delegation at State House.
– *9:50 AM: Official reception by President Dr. Julius Maada Bio.
– 10:00 AM: Bilateral meeting between the two leaders and their delegations.
– 10:30 AM: Bilateral meeting between the Ministers of Sierra Leone and Liberia.
– 11:00 AM: Joint press briefing and signing of a communiqué by the Foreign Ministers of both countries.
– 12:00 PM: Departure of President Boakai and his delegation from State House.
This visit marks a significant step in reinforcing the partnership between Sierra Leone and Liberia, with both nations poised to work closely on shared goals for regional progress and prosperity.
