In a significant step toward implementing the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact in Sierra Leone, U.S. Ambassador Bryan Hunt and MCC Country Director Steven Grudda met with Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh yesterday to chart the path forward.

The discussion centered on expediting the process to meet the necessary preconditions for the Compact’s activation, focusing on the implementation of the 84 recommendations put forth by the Tripartite Committee.

Vice President Jalloh, who serves as the official liaison for the Government of Sierra Leone on the Compact, emphasized the importance of swift action to ensure the program’s success.

The MCC Compact, once operational, is expected to bring substantial investment to critical sectors such as energy, water, and infrastructure, all aimed at improving the quality of life for Sierra Leoneans and fostering sustainable development.

During the meeting, both sides expressed a shared commitment to fast-tracking the fulfillment of these preconditions, which are essential for the agreement to officially enter into force.

Ambassador Hunt underscored the importance of collaboration and proactive steps to realize the benefits of the Compact. In a symbolic gesture, he presented Vice President Jalloh with one of the pens used to sign the historic agreement, marking a moment of cooperation between the two nations.