In a joint statement to the United Nations Security Council, Sierra Leone on behalf of the A3+ nations – Algeria, Guyana, and Mozambique, – have raised urgent concerns over the escalating security threats, political tensions, and humanitarian crises in West Africa and the Sahel region. The A3+ commended the efforts of UNOWAS (United Nations Office […]
In a recent address to the United Nations Security Council, Sierra Leone has called for urgent diplomatic efforts to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Sierra Leone expressed deep concern over the 23-month-long conflict, emphasizing the need for consistency in the application of the UN Charter and the principles of international law. Sierra Leone
Mr. President, I thank you for convening this meeting at the request of Ecuador and France. Let me also thank Ms. Rosemary Anne DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peace Building Affairs,and Ms. Edem Wosornu,Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Advocacy Director for their important briefings, which we found most useful. Mr. President, Sierra
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Mr. President, I thank you for convening this very meeting mandated by General Assembly resolution 76/262 with the hope that its outcome will remind the Security Council of its primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, especially as it relates to the current situation in the Gaza Strip in the State of
In a recent United Nations Security Council briefing held on January 3rd, 2024, Sierra Leone raised serious concerns about the escalating maritime threats in the Red Sea under the agenda of “Maintenance of International Peace and Security.” Sierra Leone started by congratulating the Republic of France on assuming the Presidency of the Security Council for
SIERRA LEONE’S RETURN TO THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL AFTER 53 YEARSIn a solemn flag installation ceremony held earlier today, Sierra Leone expressed gratitude to Kazakhstan for initiating the event and outlined its commitment to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity. In a statement delivered at the UN Security Council Media Stakeout Area, Sierra Leone emphasized
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UNSC CHAMBER, UNHQ3RD JANUARY 2024 Mr. President, Sierra Leone congratulates you, and the Republic of France on assuming the Presidency of the Security Council for the month of January 2024. We extend our best wishes to you and your team. Sierra Leone notes with appreciation the working methods of the French Presidency for an effective
President of the Security Council,Excellencies,Colleagues, Tuesday, 2 January 2024; 12:00 P.M. – 12:20 P.M.UN Security Council Media Stakeout Area Happy New Year! Often in the darkest moments, humanity like the sun rises to the occasion to shine a light on and bring hope to those in despair and in need of our solidarity and action.
His Excellency Dr. Michael Imran Kanu, the newly appointed Permanent Representative of Sierra Leone to the United Nations, today presented his credentials to the UN Secretary-General, His Excellency, Antonio Guterres. Ambassador Kanu is the 23rd Permanent Representative of Sierra Leone to the United Nations and the youngest to serve in that capacity since the country
Since its inception in 2010, member states of the G7+ have been scaling up efforts at addressing gaps associated with conflict-affected states toward resilience and the achievement of sustainable Development Goals and effective service delivery. Against that background, the Permanent Mission of Sierra Leone to the United Nations in New York, in its capacity as
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The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the United Nations is entrusted with the primary responsibility to advance, promote, and protect the best interest of Sierra Leone in the work of the organization and its specialized agencies primarily located in New York, and with member States of the United Nations.