—Holds Acquaintance Meeting with Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti
IPNEWS: Her Excellency Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received several Ambassadors-designate to the Republic of Liberia at her Foreign Ministry office on Capitol Hill, Monrovia.
The event took place on Monday, July 15, 2024, as part of the diplomatic protocol ahead of their formal presentation of letters of credence to His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia.
The incoming Ambassadors-designate paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Nyanti, marking the beginning of their diplomatic mission in Liberia. The ceremonial meeting precedes their separate audiences with President Boakai, during which they will officially present their letters of credence, thereby formalizing their status as Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Liberia.
The distinguished Ambassadors-designate include:
-Mrs. Selma Ashipala Musavyi of the Republic of Namibia
-H.E. Tamas Endre Feher of the Republic of Hungary
-H.E. Edouard Nduwimna of the Republic of Burundi
-H.E. Pavel Bilek of the Czech Republic
-H.E. Daniel Manhongo of the Republic of Zambia
-H.E. Dr. Usra Hendra Harahap of the Republic of Indonesia
-H.E. Ursula Fahringer of the Republic of Australia
-H.E. Veluppillai Kananathan of the Republic of Sri Lanka
-H.E. Saad bin Bakheat Al-Qathami of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia
In her address separately to the ambassador-designate, Minister Nyanti warmly welcomed the Ambassador-designate and expressed her pleasure in receiving them. She emphasized the importance of diplomatic relations and international cooperation, highlighting Liberia’s commitment to fostering strong bilateral ties with their respective countries.
The Foreign Minister underscored that the arrival of the Ambassadors-designate is a testament to the enduring partnerships and shared values between Liberia and their nations.
Foreign Minister Nyanti further conveyed her optimism that the new ambassador would contribute significantly to the enhancement of diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations. She assured them of her ministry’s full support and cooperation in their endeavors to strengthen mutual ties and achieve common goals.
During the courtesy call, each Ambassador-designate presented copies of their letters of credence to Minister Nyanti. In a separate ceremony, she officially received these documents, congratulating the ambassadors on their appointments.
Foreign Minister Nyanti acknowledged their qualifications and experiences, expressing confidence in their ability to represent their countries effectively and foster robust diplomatic engagements with Liberia.
The Ambassadors-designate, in turn, conveyed their governments’ goodwill messages and reiterated their commitment to enhancing bilateral relations with Liberia.
They expressed gratitude for the warm reception and assured Foreign Minister Nyanti of their readiness to work collaboratively on various areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, education, health, and cultural exchange.
The Dean of the Cabinet highlighted key areas of potential collaboration and expressed hope that the diplomatic missions would lead to increased cooperation in these sectors. She noted that Liberia values its partnerships with the international community and is keen on exploring new opportunities for mutual growth and development.
The ceremony concluded with a photo session, symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter in Liberia’s diplomatic engagements with the countries represented by the incoming Ambassadors-designate. The event marks a significant milestone in Liberia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its foreign relations and underscores the nation’s openness to international cooperation.
As the Ambassadors-designate prepare to present their letters of credence to President Boakai, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs remains committed to facilitating their smooth integration into the diplomatic community in Liberia. The Ministry looks forward to productive engagements and fruitful collaborations that will benefit the people of Liberia and their respective countries.
