March 24, 2024
By A. Clarence Ndebeh
Liberia and India have a long-standing diplomatic relationship that dates back to the nineteenth century. The two nations established diplomatic ties for peaceful coexistence, as reflected in their foreign policies. Since then, Liberia and India have enjoyed a fruitful relationship. Samuel K. Doe was the first Liberian head of state to visit India in 1983. The visit aimed to strengthen diplomatic ties between the two nations. President Doe’s visit marked the beginning of a mutually beneficial partnership that continues to this day. Both countries have worked together on various issues of mutual interest, promoting trade, cultural exchange, and development cooperation.
The diplomatic relations between Liberia and India have stood the test of time and continue to thrive, setting an example for other nations to follow. In 2015, H.E. President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, then President of the Republic of Liberia, visited India. This visit was a significant step towards strengthening the bilateral relations between the two countries. The visit yielded fruitful results, with governments signing numerous agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).
One of the major outcomes of the visit was the significant investments by the Indian government in Liberia’s entrepreneurship development. These investments are aimed at promoting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Liberia, which would contribute to the country’s economic growth. (https://www.indianembassymonrovia.gov.in/commercial-brief.php)
By A. Clarence Ndebeh
