Freetown: Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, called on the international community to refocus its engagement with fragile states toward building resilience, strengthening public institutions, and creating youth employment. He warned that shifting global dynamics are increasing pressure on developing economies. According to Sierra Leone News Agency, Dr. Jalloh spoke virtually at the World Bank Fragility Forum 2026, where he emphasized that Sierra Leone's experience showed sustainable development requires partnerships that deliver long-term institutional capacity, rather than short-term interventions. 'International support in fragile settings must focus on building resilience, strengthening institutions, and creating jobs for young people,' he said. 'As aid flows decline, geopolitical competition intensifies, and climate shocks become more frequent, the challenge before us is not only how to finance development, but how to sustain the gains we have already made.' He underscored the need for practical , results-oriented collaboration between governments and development partners. 'The task ahead is to ensure our partnerships deliver practical solutions that improve lives and expand opportunities for every Sierra Leonean,' Dr. Jalloh added. The annual World Bank Fragility Forum convenes global policymakers, development practitioners, and governance specialists to examine solutions for countries affected by conflict, economic shocks, and institutional fragility. Dr. Jalloh, whose public service includes leading national governance reforms, peacebuilding initiatives, and development coordination, joined the discussions as governments and international institutions seek more effective approaches to sustaining development gains amid evolving global economic, security, and climate challenges.