By: Samuel B. Johnson | WhatsApp: 0778815473
Lofa County District #5 Representative, Hon. Augustine B. Chiewolo, has joined House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon and a high-powered Liberian Legislative delegation on a two-day official visit to the Republic of Sierra Leone to engage in diplomatic discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
The delegation, led by Speaker Koon, held talks with the Speaker of the Parliament of Sierra Leone, Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, where both sides discussed a wide range of diplomatic and regional issues. The highlight of the meeting centered on the proposed establishment of a Mano River Union (MRU) Legislative Parliamentary Body that would unify the legislative agenda of member states.
According to Representative Chiewolo, the visit is geared towards fostering legislative collaboration, promoting peace and democratic governance, and boosting cross-border trade within the MRU region.
Members of the delegation included:
Rep. Austin B. Taylor (Maryland County, District 3)
Rep. Nyan G. Flomo (Nimba County, District 2)
Rep. Obediah J. Varney (Bomi County, District 1)
Rep. Samson Q. Wiah (Sinoe County, District 2)
Rep. Samuel Browne (Nimba County, District 1)
Madam McDella Cooper, Political Advisor to the President
During the dialogue, both Speakers underscored the urgency of designing a viable roadmap to deepen collective efforts in regional solidarity and mutual development. They acknowledged that regional instability poses a threat to national security and called for a united front to confront these challenges.
Speaker Thomas, expressing appreciation for the visit, assured his Liberian counterpart of Sierra Leone's full support for the proposed MRU legislative initiative. He encouraged Speaker Koon to fast-track efforts to convene a meeting of all Speakers from MRU member states to chart a course for the formal establishment of the parliamentary body.
The diplomatic engagement marks a significant step toward strengthening regional legislative diplomacy and enhancing cooperation among MRU nations.
