BY: PRECIOUS MIRACLE KARGBO
In a gesture of goodwill, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Timothy Kabba, expressed gratitude to President Julius Maada Bio for his “excellent hospitality” and the gift of a chair to the country during its tenure as the President of the United Nations Security Council for the month of August.
The chair, presented to Sierra Leone as the Security Council President, was viewed as a symbol of the nation’s “steadfast commitment to the principles of International Humanitarian Law and the Geneva Conventions,” according to Kabba.
“We are honoured to have received this gift from President Bio,” Kabba stated. “It underscores Sierra Leone’s dedication to upholding the values of international law and human rights, which are at the core of the Security Council’s mandate.”
The presentation of the chair coincided with Sierra Leone’s leadership of the Security Council during a critical period, as the global body navigates complex geopolitical challenges and works to maintain peace and security around the world.
“This gesture reflects the strong diplomatic ties between Sierra Leone and the international community,” said political analyst Sarah Bangura. “It is a testament to the country’s growing influence and recognition on the global stage.”
The chair would be displayed prominently in Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, serving as a reminder of the nation’s commitment to the principles of the United Nations and its role in shaping the international agenda.
“This gift is more than just a symbolic gesture,” Kabba concluded. “It is a tangible representation of Sierra Leone’s dedication to its responsibilities as a member of the Security Council and its unwavering support for the values of peace, justice, and human dignity.”
