Paul Sobba Massaquoi, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, recently engaged in a significant diplomatic meeting with Chung Kwangyang, the newly appointed Director General for African and Middle Eastern Affairs at Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This meeting, held in the heart of Seoul, aimed to strengthen the bonds between the two nations and explore new avenues for cooperation in vital areas such as trade, education, infrastructure, and cultural exchange. D..
The Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources of Sierra Leone, Hon. Mrs. Princess Dugba, along with her Administrative Assistant Mr. Steve Yambasu arrived in Seoul, South Korea, on April 27, 2025, to take part in the 10th Our Ocean Conference (OOC 2025). This significant event is set to take place in Busan City from April 28 to 30, 2025. This year's conference, themed "Our Ocean, Our Action," aims to gather global leaders from the ocean and maritime sectors to discuss sustainable and pr..
Today is Sierra Leone Independence Day! On this day in 1961, Sierra Leone gained independence from the British Empire, emerging as a sovereign state and became a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, as its 21st member and the 13th member to join the common wealth. After more than 150 years of British colonial rule, Sierra Leone became a sovereign nation at midnight on April 27th, 1961 when its green, white and blue flag was unfurled. The Independence Day formally begun as the Duke of Kent han..
As preparations intensify for the 2025 Korea Import Expo, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the Republic of South Korea, Paul Sobba Massaquoi, has held a high-level meeting with Youn Young Mi, Chairperson of the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA). The meeting took place during a pre-event engagement aimed at fostering collaboration between Korea and participating countries ahead of the main expo scheduled for July 7–9, 2025 in Seoul. During their strategic discussions, Ambassador ..
A high-level delegation from the Republic of Sierra Leone arrived in Seoul, South Korea, on Thursday April 10, 2025, to participate in the prestigious 2025 World Summit organized by the Universal Peace Federation (UPF). The summit, which brings together global leaders, parliamentarians, diplomats, religious figures, and civil society actors from across continents, focuses on building sustainable peace, fostering interdependence, and advancing collaborative global develop..
In an exciting development aimed at empowering Sierra Leoneans, the Embassy of the Republic of Sierra Leone in Korea has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with aSSIST University, a well-respected business school located in Seoul. This agreement sets up a collaborative framework under the President’s Global Scholarship initiative, a prestigious full-tuition program designed to cultivate high-potential leaders from around the globe. Thanks to this MOU, exceptional candidates..
In a heartfelt display of solidarity, Paul Soba Massaquoi, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to South Korea, has signed the condolence book at the Myanmar Embassy following the recent devastating earthquake. Representing President Julius Maada Bio and the people of Sierra Leone, Ambassador Massaquoi conveyed his deepest sympathies to the government and citizens of Myanmar, recognizing the tragic loss of life and the extensive destruction brought on by the disaster. “On behalf ..
In a significant move to integrate the Saemaul Undong development model into Sierra Leonean universities, a high-level meeting was convened on April 1st. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to South Korea, H.E. Paul Soba Massaquoi, Yeungnam University President Choi Oe-Chool, the Vice President, the Dean of the Park Chung Hee School of Policy and Saemaul, along with professors, directors, and media representatives. Saemaul Undong is a community d..
Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to South Korea, Paul Sobba Massaquoi, joined fellow African ambassadors at the Korea National Assembly for the annual parliamentary friendship meeting between Korea and African nations. Addressing the assembly, Ambassador Massaquoi conveyed warm greetings and condolences on behalf of Sierra Leone’s President, Rtd. Brig. Dr. Julius Maada Bio, to the government and people of South Korea. He commended Korea for its continued support and assured the assembly that Sie..
Seoul, South Korea – March 17, 2025 – H.E. Paul Sobba Massaquoi, Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to South Korea, recently paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Abdulla Saif Al Nuaimi, the UAE Ambassador, in Seoul. This meeting marks the first official encounter between the two diplomats, with the goal of enhancing their bilateral relations and exploring potential trade and investment opportunities. Ambassador Al Nuaimi warmly welcomed his Sierra Leonean counterpart, describing their meeting as a signif..
Ambassador Massaquoi Meets Korean Foreign Affairs Chief to Strengthen Bilateral Relations
