President Julius Maada Bio recently participated in the 15th Session of the Islamic Summit of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held in Banjul, Gambia.

In a tweet, President Bio highlighted the significance of the summit’s theme, ‘Enhancing Unity and Solidarity Through Dialogue for Sustainable Development,’ especially amidst global uncertainties and complex geopolitical dynamics.

Emphasizing the role of diplomacy in fostering peace and sustainable development, President Bio reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to the international legal order and multilateralism.

He stressed the importance of effective dialogue anchored in international law as a tool for achieving global peace and realizing sustainable development for all.

The OIC Banjul Summit, themed ‘Enhancing Unity and Solidarity Through Dialogue For Sustainable Development,’ attracted a diverse array of world leaders and heads of state from all continents. With its focus on dialogue for sustainable development, the summit reaffirmed the OIC’s commitment to promoting unity, solidarity, and cooperation among its member states.