Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio, and First Lady Fatima Bio visited the China Railway headquarters in Beijing as part of their state visit to China.

The visit highlighted the long-standing partnership between the two nations and explored potential collaboration on future development initiatives.

The delegation reportedly expressed admiration for the company’s historical railway artifacts and its global influence on transportation infrastructure. Their meeting with President Chen Wenjian of China Railway signaled opportunities for future collaboration.

In his statement, President Bio reiterated his commitment to upgrading Sierra Leone’s infrastructure, aligning with China Railway’s expertise.

The visit, with the First Lady present, emphasized the importance placed on strategic partnerships with China Railway and their potential to contribute to Sierra Leone’s progress and prosperity.