MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Liberia, and the Kingdom of Morocco have signed fifteen landmark agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between both countries.
According to a dispatch from Morocco, Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow-Nyanti signed on behalf of Liberia, while Morocco’s Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, signed on behalf of his country.
The signing ceremony, which also featured the issuance of a joint communique, underscored the shared commitment of both nations to fostering mutual development and cooperation.
The joint communique issued also outlines a shared vision for developing trade and investment promotion between the two nations.
It emphasized the aspiration to establish a robust economic partnership built on international cooperation mechanisms and mutual benefits, including plans to facilitate partnership between the Port of Monrovia and Tangiers Port in Morocco.
The communique also reaffirmed the commitment of Morocco and Liberia to diversifying their areas of collaboration to include emerging and promising sectors.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Beysolow-Nyanti has highlighted Morocco’s commitment to providing scholarships and vocational training opportunities for Liberian students.
The Chief Liberian Diplomat described the commitment as a cornerstone for sustainable development.
Minister Beysolow-Nyanti also applauded King Mohammed VI for his unwavering support in strengthening the bilateral relationship between Liberia and Morocco.
She underscored the significant progress achieved over the years in deepening the ties of friendship and cooperation, citing the opening of the Moroccan Embassy in Liberia as a symbol of renewed hope and mutual respect.
According to a Foreign Ministry release issued recently, Minister Beysolow-Nyanti also expressed heartfelt gratitude for the pivotal role played by King Mohammed VI in advancing the Third Joint Commission between the two nations.
The Commission aims to bolster cooperation in critical areas, including technical assistance, healthcare system improvements, agriculture and agribusiness, human resource development, and the promotion of good governance.
Speaking on behalf of his government, Morocco’s Foreign Minister Bourita praised the alignment of the two countries’ developmental goals, while emphasizing the importance of exploring new opportunities for economic growth and cooperation.
Foreign Minister Bourita affirmed his government’s commitment to innovative partnerships and sustainable investments that could transform the economic landscapes of both nations and extend benefits to the broader Mano River Union region.
He further pledged Morocco’s unwavering support for Liberia’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2026-2027 term.
Both Ministers expressed their admiration for the enlightened leadership of King Mohammed VI and President Joseph Boakai, whose shared vision has fostered deeper ties of fraternity and traditional friendship.
They reaffirmed their dedication to promoting peace, sustainable development, and economic growth through enhanced bilateral cooperation.
The Foreign Ministry said the fifteen bilateral agreements signed serve as a statement to the strong and enduring bonds between Morocco and Liberia, setting the stage for a brighter and more prosperous future for both nations.
By: Frederick Teegwiah, Jr.
