Riyadh, November 28, 2024 – Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Riyadh Region, warmly received Dr. Ibrahim Jalloh, the Ambassador of the Republic of Sierra Leone to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the governor’s office in Riyadh today. The meeting marked the conclusion of Dr. Jalloh's diplomatic mission in Saudi Arabia, as he came to formally bid farewell to the Governor.
During the cordial meeting, Prince Faisal expressed his deep gratitude to Ambassador Jalloh for his significant contributions and tireless efforts in strengthening the diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Sierra Leone throughout his tenure. The Governor acknowledged the positive impact of the ambassador’s work in enhancing bilateral ties, particularly in areas of mutual interest such as trade, culture, and cooperation.
In his remarks, Prince Faisal conveyed his sincere appreciation for Ambassador Jalloh’s role in fostering strong diplomatic relations between the two countries, and extended his best wishes for Dr. Jalloh’s future endeavors. The Governor also expressed confidence that the ambassador’s efforts would continue to serve as a foundation for even greater cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Sierra Leone in the years ahead.
For his part, Ambassador Jalloh expressed his gratitude to the Governor for the warm reception and support extended to him during his time in Saudi Arabia. He thanked the Kingdom for its hospitality and noted the fruitful partnership that had developed between the two nations during his tenure. Dr. Jalloh also expressed his hopes for continued collaboration between Saudi Arabia and Sierra Leone, particularly in the areas of development, investment, and diplomacy.
The meeting was a testament to the strong and friendly relations that have characterized Saudi-Sierra Leonean diplomacy and was an opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments achieved during Dr. Jalloh's mission. The Governor wished him success in his future assignments, ensuring that the bond between the two nations would remain strong and continue to grow in the future.