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Beijing, China – A new chapter in the development of an all-weather community with a shared destiny for the next era was opened with the successful conclusion of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit in September 2024. The future of China-Africa ties was collaboratively mapped out by President Xi Jinping and African leaders, who also presented a six-point proposal on China and Africa’s joint modernization efforts as well as 10 cooperation initiatives China will conduct with Africa. Today’s world is becoming more and more turbulent and changing. In the guise of “reciprocity,” the US is misusing tariffs, prioritizing…

Capitol Hill, Monrovia – The state has proceeded to argue against the $441,000 bail bond of former Speaker J. Fonati Koffa and his co-defendants on trial, alleging it is false, insufficient, and legally worthless, putting them at danger of further arrest and incarceration. Government prosecutors urged Monrovia City Court Stipendiary Magistrate L. Ben Barco to revoke the bond and re-arrest Koffa, Montserrado County District #16 Representative Dixon W. Seboe, Representative 15 Representative Abu B. Kamara, and Grand Gedeh District #3 Representative Jacob C. Debbie in a motion filed on Wednesday, June 12, just 24 hours before final arguments in their…

BY: Nicholas Dweh Nimley About the Author: Nicholas D. Nimley is a graduate of Renmin University of China with a master’s degree in communications. He is a public affairs diplomat, a Liberian journalist, a communication specialist, and a developmental journalist who has won two international awards. Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph N. Boakai’s goal of bringing Liberia together through his ARREST Agenda is an innovative step in the direction of inclusive national development. The expansion and strengthening of Liberia’s developmental collaboration with the People’s Republic of China, especially through increased participation in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is essential…

Beijing, China – We, the representatives of the People’s Republic of China, 53 African countries and the African Union Commission, guided by the consensus reached by our leaders during the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), gathered in Changsha to advance the full implementation of the Beijing Declaration on Jointly Building an All-Weather China-Africa Community with a Shared Future for the New Era. I. We agree that the rise and growth of the Global South represents the trend of the times and the future of development. China and Africa are both important members of and staunch forces in the Global South. We call on all countries, especially countries in the Global South, to…

Monrovia, Liberia – Today is “International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations”. On June 7, 2024, a resolution to establish the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations, introduced by China was adopted unanimously at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), declaring June 10th the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations. The resolution states that all civilizational achievements are “the collective heritage of humankind.” It advocates respecting the diversity of civilizations, emphasizing “the crucial role of dialogue” among civilizations in maintaining world peace, promoting common development, enhancing human well-being, and achieving collective progress. Liberia voted in favor of the resolution. Today, confronted with multiple cascading and…

Monrovia, Liberia – As the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) strengthened its collaboration with the Center for International Sustainable Development Law (CISDL) on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, Liberia’s path to a cleaner, greener future took a significant leap ahead. The goal of the partnership is said to train Liberian experts to address urgent environmental challenges. Dr. Emmanuel King Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of EPA, called the relationship a game-changer during a welcoming session for French attendees. It’s about people, not just papers here. “A generation of leaders is being developed who will defend Liberia’s environment and speak for us internationally,” he stated.…

Monrovia, Liberia – In keeping with its commitment to ocean governance, climate action, and coastal zone management, Liberia has formally become the 151st Member State of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC). The IOC Secretariat confirmed that Liberia’s membership became effective on May 14, 2025, in an official circular (No. 3040) issued on May 20, 2025. Under the direction of Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally recommended the membership. The Executive Director of Liberia’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo, has also been appointed as the nation’s official IOC point of contact as part of this…

Monrovia, Liberia – The first combined large WASH Compliance Monitoring effort has been initiated by the National Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Commission in cooperation with important government departments and partners. According to a press release, the goal of the project is to increase nationwide access to clean water and sanitation services. The National WASH Commission’s Chief Executive Officer, George W.K. Yarngo, spoke at the opening and called it a historic step in the country’s efforts to improve service delivery and public health. He claimed that the program seeks to promote a culture of excellence that upholds each citizen’s entitlement to…

Gbarpolu County – A new energy rate of US$0.45 per kWh for clients of Energicity in Gbarpolu County has been approved by the Liberia energy Regulatory Commission (LERC). The authorized tariff will go into effect on June 16, 2025, and be in force until June 15, 2028. Monthly fixed charges have also been added to the new pricing structure in an effort to enhance service quality and partially recoup network expenses. Commercial clients will pay US$1.50 per month, while residential clients would pay US$1.00. Additionally, there will be a US$12.00 connection cost for new users who want to join the…

Monrovia, Liberia – Liberia’s position on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been described by President Joseph N. Boakai as a “global responsibility and national opportunity.” The President urged all Liberians to embrace the deep significance of Liberia’s election to the UN Security Council, calling it both a tremendous honor and an important duty, while addressing government officials during a special Cabinet meeting. President Boakai announced, “Liberia is back on the global stage, and Liberia is ready!” as he opened a special cabinet meeting that was called to outline Liberia’s strategic direction for its term on the Council and…