October 25, 2021
On Friday, 22nd October 2021, the Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Dr. Francis Kai-Kai joined his colleague Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mamadi Gobeh-Kamara, Senior Government officials, United Nations Agencies, members of the Diplomatic community and other stakeholders to commemorate the 76th anniversary of the United Nations Day celebration with the theme: “Recovering Better for an Equitable and Sustainable World”.
At a cocktail event held at the Golden Tulip Essential Kimbima Hotel in Freetown, the Minister established the importance of the occasion, marking the entry into force in 1945 the UN Charter that was ratified by a majority of signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, which led to the official establishment of the UN.
Dr. Kai-Kai noted the significant contributions that The United Nations has made towards Sierra Leone’s development in particular and humanity in general.
Minister Kai-Kai on behalf of His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio extended his appreciation of the United Nations, as demonstrated in ensuring there is a holistic partnership in pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030; supportive of the reform initiatives of the organization; peace keeping and several other areas of mutual benefit.
The United Nations as an intergovernmental organization plays a primary role in maintaining world peace and security including in developing friendly relations among countries, achieving international cooperation and being a centre of coordination for nations.