President Julius Maada Bio and First Lady Fatima Maada Bio met with His Majesty King Charles III at Dumfries House in Scotland as part of efforts to address pressing urbanization and climate challenges within the Commonwealth.
The meeting followed up on commitments made during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in 2022, where a declaration on Sustainable Urbanization was adopted. This declaration aims to tackle the challenges posed by rapid urban growth and climate change across member states.
President Bio and the First Lady participated in a roundtable discussion centered on sustainable urban development. The session highlighted the impactful work of the King’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and community development.
Reflecting on the meeting, President Bio shared his thoughts on social media, emphasizing the importance of the partnership:
“Sierra Leone has benefited greatly from the King’s Foundation over the years. Fatima and I were honored to discuss sustainable urban development with His Majesty. I look forward to strengthening this collaboration to address challenges facing our communities.”
The partnership between Sierra Leone and the King’s Foundation continues to play a pivotal role in driving innovative solutions for sustainable development in the country.President Julius Maada Bio and First Lady Fatima Maada Bio had a wonderful meeting with His Majesty King Charles III at Dumfries House in Scotland. This gathering was all about tackling pressing issues related to urbanization and climate change within the Commonwealth – something we all care about!
Their meeting built on the commitments made during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in 2022, where they adopted a declaration on Sustainable Urbanization. This important declaration is focused on addressing the challenges that come with rapid urban growth and climate change in member states.
During their time together, President Bio and the First Lady joined a roundtable discussion dedicated to sustainable urban development. They also highlighted the fantastic work being done by the King’s Foundation, which is committed to promoting sustainable practices and helping communities grow.
After the meeting, President Bio took to social media to share his thoughts, expressing how much the partnership means to Sierra Leone:
“Sierra Leone has benefited greatly from the King’s Foundation over the years. Fatima and I were truly honored to discuss sustainable urban development with His Majesty. I’m excited about strengthening this collaboration to tackle the challenges we face in our communities.”
The ongoing partnership between Sierra Leone and the King’s Foundation is really making a difference, driving innovative solutions for sustainable development throughout the country!
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