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The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce its official calendar of events commemorating the 179th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Liberia, under the theme: "Honoring Centuries of Shared History, Celebrating 179 Years of Liberia's Independence." The multi-week observance will bring together government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, the Liberian Diaspora, faith communities, scholars, development partners, and friends of Liberia in celebrating the nation's rich history, democratic heritage, cultural diversity, and enduring partnership with the United States. The celebrations will officially commence on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with the maiden edition of the Embassy's Special Independence Day Lecture, to be held in the Conference Room of the Embassy of Liberia, 5201 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C. Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 2, 2026 — A distinguished delegation of Muslim leaders from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, paid a courtesy call on His Excellency Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Liberia to the United States of America, at the Embassy of Liberia in Washington, D.C. Read more

Liberia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Dean of the Cabinet, Her Excellency Madame Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has held a series of high-level diplomatic engagements in Washington, D.C., aimed at strengthening the longstanding partnership between the Republic of Liberia and the United States while advocating for issues of critical importance to both countries. Read more

The Republic of Liberia and the State of Maryland today signed an historic Memorandum of Understanding marking the beginning of an official Nation and city State relationship. Liberia's Foreign Minister, Her Excellency, Sara Beysolow-Nyanti signed on behalf of the government of Liberia while Maryland Governor, Wes Moore signed for the state of Maryland. The program brought together former Maryland State Senators and officials. The President of the Liberian Association of the DC-Metro, Maryland and Virginia areas, Sebastian Teclar and and some members of his leadership team witnessed the colorful occasion. Read more

The recent commentary in the Liberian Observer suggesting that President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.’s visit to California represented “missed opportunities” deserves a respectful but firm correction. While constructive public commentary is an important feature of democratic engagement, such commentary must be grounded in the full facts, the realities of presidential protocol, and the structure of the official program as arranged by the host institution. Read more

The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia is pleased to invite members of the Liberian diaspora and friends of Liberia to procure vendor tables for the upcoming Independence Day Program and Cultural Extravaganza, organized in collaboration with the Liberian Community Association of the DMV (LCA-DMV). The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Embassy of Liberia, 5201 16th Street, NW, Washington, D.C., from 12:00 noon to 9:30 p.m., and will feature special remarks from the Ambassador. Read more

Washington, D.C. May 7, 2026 — The Ambassador of the Republic of Liberia accredited to the US, His Excellency Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh had the distinct pleasure of welcoming Her Excellency Ana Irene Delgado, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Panama to the Organization of American States (OAS), for a fruitful discussion on strengthening bilateral relations between Liberia and Panama. Read more

Washington, D.C., April 28, 2026—The Embassy of the Republic of Liberia is pleased to announce the expansion of its communication channels through the introduction of additional dedicated contact numbers to enhance the delivery of consular services. In response to the increasing volume of inquiries from applicants and the growing demand for timely and efficient consular assistance, the Embassy has implemented a structured communication system designed to improve responsiveness, streamline service delivery, and ensure that all inquiries are directed promptly to the appropriate offices. Read more

In his keynote address at the 34th Africa Peace Awards, Joseph Nyuma Boakai reflects on Liberia’s painful history of civil war and its journey toward peace, emphasizing that true peace is built on justice, inclusion, and opportunity rather than simply the absence of conflict. He highlights Liberia’s progress in reconciliation, democratic governance, and global engagement, including its role on the United Nations Security Council, while warning that ongoing global challenges such as inequality and youth marginalization threaten stability. Central to his message is the urgent need to invest in Africa’s youth through education, leadership development, and technology, positioning them as key drivers of peace and development, and calling on both Africans and the diaspora to work together in building a more just, united, and peaceful future. Read more

Liberia’s Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Kphehe Ngafuan II, has arrived in the United States to lead his country’s delegation to the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG). The IMF and WBG are global forums that bring together economic and development leaders from across the world. Minister Ngafuan arrived in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, April 11, 2026, ahead of the meetings, which officially run from April 13 to April 18, 2026, at the headquarters of the IMF and the World Bank Group in the U.S. capital. Read more