Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has called on the international community to refocus its engagement with fragile states on building resilience, strengthening public institutions, and creating employment opportunities for young people, warning that shifting global dynamics are placing increasing pressure on developing economies in Sierra Leone, on 9 June 2026.
Speaking virtually at the World Bank Fragility Forum 2026, Dr. Jalloh said Sierra Leone’s experience demonstrates that sustainable development depends on partnerships that build long-term institutional capacity rather than rely on short-term interventions.
“International support in fragile settings must focus on building resilience, strengthening institutions, and creating jobs for young people,” he said. “As aid flows decline, geopolitical competition intensifies, and climate shocks become more frequent, the challenge before us is not only how to finance development, but also how to sustain the gains we have already made.”
The Vice President emphasized the importance of practical, results-driven collaboration between governments and development partners, noting that “the task ahead is to ensure that our partnerships deliver practical solutions that improve lives and expand opportunities for every Sierra Leonean.”
The annual World Bank Fragility Forum brings together global policymakers, development practitioners, and governance experts to explore solutions for countries affected by conflict, economic shocks, and institutional fragility.
Dr. Jalloh, whose public service career has included leading national governance reforms, peacebuilding initiatives, and development coordination efforts, participated in the discussions as governments and international institutions seek more effective approaches to sustaining development gains amid evolving economic, security, and climate challenges.