Lansana Gberie

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H.E. Amb. Gberie of 🇸🇱 met with H.E. Amb. Guide of 🇨🇳 to present Prof. Dr. Jalloh's candidature for election to the International Court of Justice (2027–2036) and seek China's support. The meeting reaffirmed both countries' commitment to multilateralism and the rule of law.

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H.E. Ambassador Gberie hosted a breakfast briefing at the UN Office at Geneva for Member States, where Sierra Leone's candidate for election to the International Court of Justice (2027–2036), Professor Dr. Jalloh, presented his vision and exchanged views with Member States.

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H.E. Dr. Gberie, Permanent Representative of 🇸🇱, engaged students at the @GVAGrad Summer Programe on the role of diplomacy in advancing national priorities through multilateral cooperation, with reflections on Africa's voice in global governance, health, trade and disarmament.

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Amb. Gberie, Permanent Representative of 🇸🇱, participated in the 60th Joint Advisory Group (JAG) Meeting of the International Trade Centre, where he highlighted 🇸🇱’s partnership with ITC in advancing trade, MSME development, AfCFTA implementation and inclusive economic growth.

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🇸🇱 Ambassador to the UN in Geneva, H.E. Dr. Lansana Gberie, participated as a panellist at the Human Rights Council's discussion on technical cooperation and the right to health, highlighting Sierra Leone's nationally led health financing and primary health care reforms.

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🇸🇱🤝🇨🇬 H.E. Ambassador Gberie of Sierra Leone, held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Ambassador Guillond of the Republic of Congo. Discussions focused on UNITAID, equitable access to health products, and strengthening multilateral cooperation in support of global health objectives.

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🇸🇱 Addressing the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Sierra Leone's Labour Minister, Hon. Mohamed Rahman Swaray, urged a human-centred approach to AI, emphasizing workers’ rights, human dignity, and inclusive growth. #ILC2026 #AI #FutureOfWork #SierraLeone

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What better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than at the home of my dear brother, General Charles Karamba, Ambassador of Rwanda to Ethiopia and PR to AU and UNECA. We told each other beautiful stories of our beloved country, Rwanda, and our hopes for transformation of Africa.

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🇸🇱 met with d Global Fund Country Team to discuss matters of mutual interest,including diplomatic privileges,administrative &financial obligations,& other issues aimed @ strengthening collaboration& enhancing effective implementation of programmes in🇸🇱. Engagements remain ongoing

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Today, Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, met with senior leadership of Gavi to discuss strengthening collaboration amid ongoing global funding uncertainties. President Bio’s government remains firmly committed to supporting Gavi’s immunization agenda & replenishment efforts.

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As 🇸🇱's Health Minister, Dr. Austin Demby, speaks on “Scaling Innovative Financing for d Next Pandemic,” 🇸🇱 received commendations from health partners 4 its resilience & leadership in Ebola, COVID-19, & other outbreak preparedness &response efforts. #PandemicPreparedness #WHA79.

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On the margins of #WHA79, 🇸🇱 Health Minister Dr. Austin Demby joined Ghana President John Dramani Mahama at “The Accra Reset–From Vision to Execution,” a high-level dialogue focused on health sovereignty, sustainable financing & country-led priorities for Africa’s health systems.

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At the opening ceremony of #WHA79, Sierra Leone’s Health Minister, Dr. Austin Demby joined Health Ministers & global health partners to shape policy priorities for the #WHO in addressing global health challenges & advancing universal health coverage. #WHA79 #UHC #SierraLeone

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Today, the fourth-cycle UPR of 🇸🇱 at @UPR52nd concluded with d adoption of 310 recommendations. H.E. Gberie reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to the UPR process & continued engagement with international human rights mechanisms ahead of the HRC’s 63rd session in Sept–Oct 2026.

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Sierra Leone has presented its Fourth-Cycle HR Report before the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, highlighting reforms in justice, women’s empowerment, child rights, health & education, while reaffirming its commitment to human rights & accountability. #UPR2026 #SierraLeone

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Amb. Lansana Gberie, PR of Sierra Leone in Geneva, was pleased to welcome Dr. Yamila González Ferrer, Cuba’s candidate for CEDAW 2027–2030. Sierra Leone commends Cuba’s commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s rights through multilateral cooperation.

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Happy Independence Day, Sierra Leone!
Today we honor our history, celebrate our resilience, and renew our commitment to building a stronger, united, and prosperous nation.
#SierraLeone65 #IndependenceDay #Salone

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Today, Ambassador Gberie of Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 , held a courtesy meeting with Ambassador Leendertse of Germany 🇩🇪. They exchanged views on advancing human rights and humanitarian priorities, and underscored the value of continued engagement and multilateral cooperation.

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Ambassador Gberie of 🇸🇱 , held a courtesy call with Ambassador Kmentt of 🇦🇹. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration across key humanitarian and security priorities in multilateral fora, including the promotion of IHL and protection of civilians.