President Bio to Chair UN Security Council Debate on Monday

President of the Republic of Sierra Leone and Chairperson of the ECOWAS Authority, will preside over a high-level open debate at the United Nations Security Council focusing on Threats to International Peace and Security-Conflict-Related Food Insecurity.

This debate serves as the principal signature event during Sierra Leone’s tenure as President of the Security Council for November. It will explore food insecurity both as a driver and consequence of conflict, underscore the imperative to prevent starvation as a method of warfare, and promote pathway to resilience, agricultural recovery, and accountability.

Event Details:

Date: Monday, 17 November 2025

Venue: United Nations Security Council Chamber

Time: 10:00 AM (New York Time); 3:00 PM (Sierra Leone Time)