In a significant diplomatic event, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone welcomed Ambassador Maria G. Harrison, the Secretary-General of the Mano River Union (MRU), to the State House in Freetown on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. The meeting served as a pivotal moment for discussing strategies aimed at enhancing cooperation and integration within the MRU.
President Bio emphasized the importance of promoting greater unity, solidarity, and cooperation among Member States, highlighting their crucial role in strengthening the foundation of the MRU. He stressed the collective responsibility to intensify efforts towards enhancing cross-border cooperation, promoting trade and investment, and fostering cultural exchange among Member States.
Additionally, President Bio commended Ambassador Harrison for her exemplary leadership and dedication in advancing the objectives of the MRU. He praised the significant progress achieved thus far in fostering peace, security, and socio-economic development in the sub-region through dialogue, collaboration, and coordination among Member States and stakeholders.
The meeting between President Julius Maada Bio and Secretary-General Maria G. Harrison underscores their shared commitment to advancing the goals of the MRU and promoting mutual prosperity within the region. By prioritizing dialogue and cooperation, the leaders have set a positive trajectory for realizing the Union’s full potential and contributing to stability and development across the Mano River region.
This diplomatic engagement reflects Sierra Leone’s steadfast dedication to fostering unity, peace, and prosperity within the Mano River Union. President Bio’s reception of Ambassador Harrison at State House Freetown symbolizes the country’s unwavering support for regional cooperation and integration.