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His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. Addresses the 81st Session of the United Nations General AssemblyOn behalf of the Government and people of Liberia, I congratulate Your Excellency, Khalilur Rahman, on your election as President of the Eighty-First Session of the General Assembly, and I assure you of Liberia's full support. We also thank Her Excellency Annalena Baerbock for her leadership during the Eightieth Session. As Secretary-General António Guterres prepares to conclude his tenure, Liberia salutes his principled leadership and tireless commitment to reform. Mr. President, the theme of this session, “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations that Delivers... Read more... |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Sep 24, 2026 |
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Liberia Diaspora Annual Conference (LDAC)The 2026 Liberia Diaspora Annual Conference (LDAC) will convene September 25–27, 2026, at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, Virginia, bringing together Liberians at home and across the Diaspora, alongside policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, and development partners. Under the theme “From Dialogue to Delivery: Diaspora Capital, Innovation, and the Next Liberia,” this year’s conference will focus on transforming dialogue into practical action for Liberia’s development. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Sep 24, 2026 |
Thu, Sep 24, 2026 | |
PRESIDENT BOAKAI URGES UNITY, ACTION, AND DEEPER DIASPORA PARTNERSHIP AT NIMBO-USA HONORING PROGRAMThe President delivered this message on Friday, September 18, during a special program held in his honor by the National Independent Movement for Boakai–USA (NIMBO-USA) at the Valley Mansion in Cockeysville, Maryland. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Sun, Sep 20, 2026 |
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81st UNGA Live BroadcastFollow the live broadcast of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) from the United Nations Headquarters in New York. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Sep 24, 2026 |
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President Boakai Welcomes Initiative to Preserve and Promote Providence IslandWashington, D.C., September 17, 2026 — President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. met Thursday with representatives of the Friends of Providence Island to discuss an initiative aimed at preserving and promoting one of Liberia’s most significant historical and cultural landmarks. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Fri, Sep 18, 2026 |
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Pres. Boakai and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chr. Brian Mast Discuss Stronger Liberia United States PartnershipWashington, D.C., September 16, 2026 — His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, met today on Capitol Hill with the Honorable Brian Mast, Chairman of the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs and Representative of Florida’s 21st Congressional District. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Sep 17, 2026 |
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 | |
President Boakai and Congressman Meeks Reaffirm Enduring Liberia–United States PartnershipWashington, D.C. — September 15, 2026: His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, met Tuesday with the Honorable Gregory W. Meeks, United States Representative for New York’s Fifth Congressional District and Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, for discussions centered on strengthening the longstanding partnership between Liberia and the United States. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Wed, Sep 16, 2026 |
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President Boakai in the United States to Attend 81st United Nations General AssemblyWashington D.C. September 14, 2026: His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. and delegation on Monday, September 14, safely landed at the Washington Dulles International Airport to attend the 81st General Assembly of the United Nations in New York. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Tue, Sep 15, 2026 |
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | |
Liberia Celebrates Historic Revenue Milestone as Domestic Collections Reach US$1 BillionWASHINGTON, D.C. September 14, 2026– The President of the Republic of Liberia has announced that Liberia has successfully reached US$1 billion in domestic revenue collections, marking a major step toward the government's ambitious target of US$1.3 billion in revenue for Fiscal Year 2026. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Tue, Sep 15, 2026 |
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Liberia Honors Late Rev. Dr. J. Edwin Llyod Sr. with Posthumous Presidential Award at Embassy Ceremony in WashingtonWASHINGTON, D.C., September 4, 2026. The Government of Liberia, through its Embassy in Washington, D.C., on Friday formally presented a posthumous Presidential Award to the family of the late Rev. Dr. J. Edwin Llyod Sr., honoring his distinguished record of military service, humanitarian leadership, and unwavering commitment to the Liberian people. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Sep 10, 2026 |
Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | |
Flight Captain Moses K. “Johnny” Weefur: A Life of Service, Courage, Mentorship and Devotion to LiberiaThe passing of Flight Captain Moses K. “Johnny” Weefur has left us with a profound sense of loss. For those privileged to know him closely, his departure is not simply the loss of an accomplished Liberian aviator and public servant. It is the loss of a brother, mentor, teacher, patriot, devoted family man, trusted friend, and a remarkable human being whose quiet influence enriched countless lives. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Fri, Sep 4, 2026 |
Fri, Sep 4, 2026 | |
Liberia's 179th Independence Anniversary Celebrations Conclude with Grand Dinner and Honors Ball in MarylandThe Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in Washington, D.C., in collaboration with the Liberian Community Association of the DMV (LCA-DMV), concluded activities commemorating Liberia’s 179th Independence Anniversary with a Grand Dinner and Honors Ball held at St. Andrew Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral Hall in Silver Spring, Maryland. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Tue, Aug 11, 2026 |
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West African Diplomats Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Peace, Security, Democratic Governance, and Economic CooperationThe Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in Washington, D.C., proudly hosted the Fourth ECOWAS Ambassadorial Group Meeting, bringing together ambassadors and senior diplomatic representatives from West African nations accredited to the United States. The meeting was held in the conference room of the Embassy of Liberia and served as an important platform for dialogue on regional cooperation, economic development, democracy, and peacebuilding across West Africa. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Aug 6, 2026 |
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Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Liberia accredited to the USThe 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." |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Thu, Jul 16, 2026 |
Thu, Jul 16, 2026 | |
Philadelphia Muslim Leaders Visit Ambassador Al-Hassan Conteh, Reaffirming Commitment to Religious Harmony and Liberia's 179th Independence CelebrationWASHINGTON, 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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Fri, Jul 3, 2026 |
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Minister Nyanti Intensifies High-Level Congressional Engagement as Liberia Seeks U.S. Support for DED Extension, Economic Partnership, and Development PrioritiesLiberia'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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Wed, Jun 24, 2026 |
Mon, Jun 29, 2026 | |
Liberia and State of Maryland sign Historic MemorandumThe 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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Wed, Jun 24, 2026 |
Mon, Jun 29, 2026 | |
President Boakai's California Visit: Setting the Record StraightThe 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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Wed, Jun 3, 2026 |
Wed, Jun 3, 2026 | |
Vendors AnnouncementThe 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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Tue, May 26, 2026 |
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Embassy of Liberia Hosts Ambassador Ana Irene Delgado for Discussions on Strengthening Bilateral RelationsWashington, 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. |
Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in the United States Fri, May 8, 2026 |
Fri, May 8, 2026 |