Liberian Foreign Minister, H.E. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, gave a warm welcome to the newly accredited Ambassador-designate of the United States of America to Liberia, Mr. Mark Toner, on behalf of His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., and the government and people of Liberia. Minister Nyanti praised the United States for its continuous bilateral assistance to Liberia and expressed gratitude for the ongoing support provided.
The welcoming ceremony took place on Monday, August 5, 2024, as part of the diplomatic protocol before the formal presentation of credentials to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., of Liberia. Foreign Minister Nyanti conveyed President Boakai’s appreciation and best wishes to Ambassador-designate Toner, highlighting the important role the United States plays in crisis management and peacekeeping in Liberia and the sub-region.
During their meeting, Foreign Minister Nyanti and Ambassador-designate Toner discussed various bilateral, multilateral, and global issues with a focus on strengthening relations between the United States and Liberia. They addressed topics such as human rights, terrorism, climate change, democracy, corruption, and good governance, emphasizing the shared values and principles of both nations.
Minister Nyanti assured Ambassador-designate Toner of her Ministry’s support for his mission in Liberia, aiming to make his tenure successful. Both officials pledged to work closely to enhance cooperation and strengthen ties in areas such as trade, benefiting both countries and contributing to global peace and development. Ambassador-designate Toner expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to closer partnership with Liberia.
The meeting concluded with mutual expressions of thanks and appreciation, setting a positive tone for future collaboration between the United States and Liberia.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia.