EU Ambassador Bids Farewell to Sierra Leone, Reaffirms Strong Ties with President Bio

Ambassador Müller took the opportunity to congratulate President Bio on his role as President of the UN Security Council for August.

Outgoing European Union Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Manuel Müller, has officially bid farewell to His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio as he concludes his tenure in the country. During their farewell meeting, Ambassador Müller expressed deep affection for Sierra Leone, acknowledging the challenges of leaving a country he had grown to admire. "It was difficult to leave a great country like Sierra Leone," he said, though he recognized the diplomatic necessity of moving on after completing his tour of duty.

Ambassador Müller took the opportunity to congratulate President Bio on his role as President of the UN Security Council for August. He emphasized the European Union's honor in participating in the debate on Africa's representation, a crucial issue that President Bio had brought to the forefront.

Highlighting the EU's commitment to reforming the UN Security Council, Ambassador Müller called for a more "effective, inclusive, transparent, democratic, and accountable" body. He stressed the importance of amplifying the voices of under-represented regions, particularly Africa, in the Security Council's decisions.

Reflecting on Sierra Leone's political landscape, Müller praised the country's ability to find peaceful solutions during challenging times, particularly through the implementation of the Tripartite Committee's recommendations. "Many countries can learn from Sierra Leone on that," he noted, reaffirming the European Union's commitment to supporting Sierra Leone in advancing these recommendations.

Ambassador Müller commended Sierra Leoneans for their ability to find solutions in the interest of national unity, emphasizing that the outcome of the Tripartite was something to be proud of. He confirmed the EU's ongoing support for Sierra Leone's governance programs aimed at fostering development and unity.

In response, President Julius Maada Bio expressed gratitude for Ambassador Müller's service and dedication to Sierra Leone. He acknowledged the strong partnership between the European Union and Sierra Leone, appreciating the EU's contributions to various development initiatives in the country.

As he bid farewell to the Ambassador, President Bio assured him that Sierra Leone would always be a welcoming place for him, saying, "Sierra Leone is home, and you are always welcome in Freetown."