President Joseph Boakai has returned to Liberia after a series of official visits to Canada and the United States. The trip included participation in the United Nations General Assembly and meetings aimed at boosting international investment and support for Liberia.
In Canada, President Boakai attended the Liberia Investment Forum, urging increased investments in Liberia. He met with business leaders to attract investments crucial for job creation and resource mobilization. He emphasized the importance of these efforts for strengthening Liberia’s private sector, which he identified as vital for economic growth.
While in New York, President Boakai addressed the 79th United Nations General Assembly. He highlighted Liberia’s progress in democracy, peace, security, economic development, and agricultural investments. The President also discussed challenges faced by his administration and outlined steps being taken to address them.
President Boakai officially launched Liberia’s bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council during his visit. He expressed confidence in the campaign, citing significant international support. The Liberian leader thanked former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf; Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo; U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield; Senate Protempore Nyonblee Karnga Lawrence; members of the Liberian Senate; House Representatives; and Liberians abroad for their support.
Additionally, President Boakai met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to advocate for more international support for peacebuilding and reintegration of returnees in Liberia.
The delegation traveled to Providence, Rhode Island, where they were welcomed by Mayor Brett Smiley and City Council members. The city honored President Boakai with a proclamation and raised the Liberian flag at City Hall. In Providence, he met with the Liberian community and joined them in honoring U.S. Senator Jack Reed and congressional leaders supporting Liberians in the U.S.
President Boakai concluded his Rhode Island visit with discussions with Senator Reed about further U.S. support for Liberia in security and human capacity development.
The visit reflects Liberia’s commitment to fostering international partnerships, attracting investment, and enhancing its global standing.
