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Sierra Leone has intensified its push for foreign investment as Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh inaugurated the 5th Chinese Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, 23rd October 2025, at the Bintumani Conference Hall in Aberdeen.
Rather than simply marking the establishment of another business body, the launch served as a renewed call for stronger trade partnerships, job creation, and deeper local participation in major sectors of the economy.
Representing 17 Chinese companies operating nationwide, the new Chamber is expected to enhance investor confidence and strengthen the bridge between Sierra Leonean and Chinese enterprises.
Speaking at the ceremony, VP Jalloh emphasized that Sierra Leone’s investment climate has been progressively improving, noting significant gains in foreign exchange stability, reduced inflation, and expanding revenue mobilization over the past two years.
“We have worked tirelessly to create a business-friendly environment. Investors must now help translate this stability into more jobs and stronger industrial growth,” he said.
He encouraged the chamber to go beyond trade expansion by building local expertise, adhering to financial and labour standards, and actively driving local content policies.
The Vice President praised several Chinese companies for their growing corporate social responsibility footprint, particularly in mining communities, describing the launch as “a milestone in Sierra Leone–China cooperation with potential to build an inclusive economy that benefits all.”
Chinese Ambassador Wang Qing echoed this optimism, revealing that bilateral trade volume hit 1.8 billion dollars in 2024, while cumulative Chinese investments crossed the 2 billion dollar mark.
He urged investors to maintain cultural respect and lawful operations as they continue contributing to infrastructure, employment, and technology transfer. “China already supports 30% of global trade. Sierra Leone must take full advantage of this partnership,” he said.
President of the Chamber, Mr. Du Xinguo, pledged strengthened collaboration between the business community and government, vowing that member firms will prioritize responsible investment and community development. He described the organization’s vision as centered on “win-win development.”
Trade and Industry Minister, Hon. Alpha Ibrahim Sesay, celebrated China’s longstanding role in Sierra Leone’s economic progress. He encouraged new investments in renewable energy and manufacturing to support industrial diversification and reduce import dependency.
With investor confidence climbing, officials expressed high hopes that the presence of the new Chamber will boost professional.
