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China and Sierra Leone have established diplomatic relations for over five decades. China has successfully implemented many railway and bridge projects during the last few decades.
Julius Maada Bio, president of the Republic of Sierra Leone, hailed China’s continued support to his country in infrastructure development. He was on a visit to China (Between February 27 and March 2). He said during a media interview, on his maiden visit to China after assuming the presidency at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart President Xi Jinping,
China and Sierra Leone have established diplomatic relations for over five decades. China has successfully implemented many railway and bridge projects during the last few decades. One notable example is the Second Juba Bridge, which is named after a great Sierra Leonean hero, Sendgbe Pieh. The 81.8-meter bridge is located at the traffic fortress in the western part of Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone. It has greatly alleviated traffic congestion and effectively improved the travel of residents. It was a part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation between China and Sierra Leone.
Speaking highly of the bridge, President Bio said it has kept his people safe during the rainy seasons, particularly women and children. In addition, there are many other China-aided projects in the western African country. The Youyi building in Freetown, aided by China in the 1970s, still serves as the country’s government office.
The renovation of the Sierra Leone National Stadium, funded by the Chinese side, started in 2022 and it is expected to be handed over in November this year. In southeastern Freetown, the China-Sierra Leone Friendship Road connects the villages of Regent and Kossoh, serving as an artery for people living near the capital city.
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The China-aided Sierra Leone-China Friendship Hospital is labeled as one of the best comprehensive hospitals in the country. It hosts Chinese medical teams, which consist of top-notch medical specialists in different fields.
