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Fatima Bio and Saudi ambassador discuss co-operation

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Fatima Bio and Saudi ambassador discuss co-operation

Sierra Leone’s First Lady Fatima Maada Bio received Saudi Ambassador Saud Al Musaed to discuss strengthening relations between the two countries. The meeting, held on 20 October 2026, also covered religious tolerance and opportunities for co-operation, according to a statement from Fatima Bio reported by Sierraloaded.

Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, received Saudi Ambassador Saud Al Musaed on Tuesday 20 October 2026 to discuss strengthening diplomatic relations and co-operation between the two countries, the Sierra Leonean outlet Sierraloaded reports.

During the meeting, held at Fatima Bio’s office, discussions focused on opportunities for co-operation in areas of mutual interest. The First Lady highlighted the role of religious tolerance, peaceful coexistence and mutual respect, as well as the Muslim faith shared by part of the populations of both countries, in ties between Saudi Arabia and Sierra Leone.

Fatima Bio thanked the ambassador for his visit and reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to international co-operation. She said she hoped to continue discussions with the diplomat to strengthen bilateral relations.

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