Sierra Leone's Chief Minister Highlights Future Cooperation With UAE In Education And Technology

David Moinina Sengeh, Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, expressed his country's desire to enhance collaboration with the UAE in education, technology, and sustainable development. This partnership aims to foster a future vision centred on innovation and growth. Speaking at the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai, he highlighted the private sector's crucial role in economic cooperation between both nations.

Sierra Leone and the UAE share a common goal of supporting development and expanding opportunities for collaboration in economic, educational, and technological areas. Sengeh noted that their strong bilateral relations have been strengthened through high-level official visits, which have further solidified cooperation across various sectors.

The Chief Minister underscored that education is vital for tackling future governmental challenges. He emphasised the importance of preparing students for an ever-changing world where global transformations and technological advancements occur rapidly. Educational systems must adapt to these changes to ensure that future generations are ready to face upcoming shifts.

He also stressed the necessity of making education accessible to everyone. Governments should implement policies and legislation that support the education sector while also considering environmental sustainability. This approach ensures that educational advancements do not come at the expense of the planet.

Sierra Leone's government has set five key priorities for 2025, aligning with its national plan. These include enhancing agriculture, supporting youth, advancing technology, improving skills, and training government employees. These areas are crucial to Sierra Leone’s leadership and have led to initiatives aimed at achieving strategic goals.

The government aims to create future job opportunities through these priorities by boosting manufacturing and developing the educational system. This will equip future generations with essential skills needed for the global labour market's demands.

Economic Cooperation and Investment

Sengeh highlighted that both countries' private sectors significantly contribute to economic cooperation. This reflects the level of investment development within the region. The shared vision between Sierra Leone and the UAE supports development efforts while enhancing collaboration opportunities across various fields.

The rapid pace of global changes requires a reevaluation of how educational systems can adapt effectively. Ensuring that students are prepared for future shifts is more critical than ever before due to these ongoing transformations.

The Chief Minister reiterated Sierra Leone's commitment to strengthening ties with the UAE across multiple sectors. This partnership aims to drive sustainable growth through innovation while addressing pressing challenges faced by governments worldwide.

With inputs from WAM