MONROVIA, LIBERIA-President Joseph Boakai has re-echoed Liberia’s interest in working along with Kuwait to foster bilateral ties, enhance development cooperation, and advance shared priorities within the international community.
President Boakai expressed the nation’s interest during a meeting with the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, who represented the Emir of Kuwait.
The high-level on the margins of the 80th UN General Assembly, centered on advancing ties between Liberia and Kuwait.
President Boakai thanked Kuwait for its interest in working closely with Liberia, both on multilateral issues and on bilateral development cooperation.
The President acknowledged Kuwait’s support in mobilizing development financing, including the loan arrangement for the construction of 115 kilometers of roads linking Bong and Lofa Counties.
During the meeting, the Liberian delegation welcomed Kuwait’s submission of several proposed bilateral agreements, noting Liberia’s willingness to advance these through the establishment of a Joint Commission.
Liberia also expressed its readiness to consult with Kuwait on issues of mutual interest during its tenure on the UN Security Council.
Meanwhile, the Representative of the Emir of Kuwait extended congratulations to Liberia on its election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council (UNSC).
He expressed Kuwait’s readiness to deepen cooperation with Liberia.
Drawing from Kuwait’s own experience as a UNSC member from 2018-2019, the Emir pledged to share lessons and support Liberia’s active engagement during its tenure.
The Kuwaiti also emphasized the country’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with African nations in the areas of health, education, and agricultural development.
The discussion session was attended by senior officials from both countries.
At the same time, the Government of Liberia has pledged to remain a bridge to peace, a development partner, and a defender of human rights.
The government also committed Liberia to continuously honor the promise of 1945 by renewing its commitment to a world where peace is just, development is inclusive, and dignity is universal.
Delivering remarks on behalf of the government, President Joseph Boakai said,” While the challenges to achieving this feat remain enormous, the collective efforts of citizens, national and international partners are equally in overcoming them.
Reflecting on this year’s theme:” Better Together, Eighty Years and More for Peace, Development, and Human Rights”.
The Liberian Leader rallied his counterparts to formulate strategies that support and promote peace, stability, and human dignity, among others.