President Julius Maada Bio recently held a key meeting with Hugh Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Citizen, a leading international movement dedicated to ending extreme poverty.

The discussions focused on forging a strong partnership aimed at advancing Sierra Leone’s Arts, Culture, and Tourism sectors.

During the meeting, President Bio emphasized the importance of promoting Sierra Leone’s rich cultural heritage and leveraging its creative industries to drive economic growth.

He expressed excitement about the potential impact of this partnership, which aligns with his administration’s vision to diversify the economy and position Sierra Leone as a global destination for arts, culture, and tourism.

The collaboration with Global Citizen is seen as a vital step toward enhancing Sierra Leone’s international presence in these sectors, with a focus on showcasing the country’s unique cultural identity while fostering economic development.

President Bio’s discussions with Evans signal Sierra Leone’s commitment to building strategic international alliances that contribute to national growth, particularly through the promotion of its cultural assets on the global stage.