President Joseph Nyuma Boakai of Liberia engaged in bilateral discussions with South Korean President Yool Suk Yeol in Seoul, on the sidelines of the Korea-Africa Summit 2024. President Yeol welcomed President Boakai and congratulated him on assuming the presidency of Liberia. He expressed gratitude for Liberia's historical support during the Korean War, emphasizing the enduring 60-year relationship between the two nations.
President Boakai conveyed his appreciation for participating in the inaugural Korea-Africa Summit and reiterated Liberia's commitment to deepening its partnership with Korea. The Liberian leader outlined challenges faced by Liberia, including issues in agriculture, infrastructure, human resource development, renewable energy, education, technology, fisheries, policy development, and port construction. He requested Korea's support and partnership in addressing these challenges.
In response, President Yeol assured partnerships in areas such as road and infrastructure development contingent upon a detailed proposal; scholarships for Liberian students pursuing studies in Korea; and assistance in advancing agricultural development through technology transfer with a focus on rice production. Additionally, he committed to supporting Liberia's fisheries sector enhancement and renewable energy development while transferring digital capabilities and technologies to Liberia.
President Yeol conveyed Korea's commitment to aiding Liberia in achieving its development objectives and overcoming current challenges. He assured that Korea would contribute efficiently to implementing Liberia’s Agriculture, Roads, Rule of Law, Education, Sanitation, and Tourism (ARREST) Agenda.
Officials accompanying President Boakai included Minister of Foreign Affairs & Dean of the President’s Cabinet Sara Beysolow Nyanti; Minister of National Defense Geraldine Janet George; Minister of Agriculture Dr. Alexander Nuetah; and Minister of Information, Cultural Affairs & Tourism Jerolinmek Matthew Piah.
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