Liberia Secures €108M EU Grant as Minister Nyanti Deepens Ties in Brussels.
By: Lawrence D. Kawala
Monrovia, October 2, 2024 – Liberia has secured a €108 million grant from the European Union (EU), with Commissioner Jutta Urpilainen announcing a high-level meeting with Liberia’s Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow-Nyanti. The grant will support various initiatives, including direct budget aid, addressing gender-based violence, and promoting public-private partnerships.
Meanwhile, Minister Nyanti is currently in Brussels, engaging in a series of strategic discussions aimed at bolstering Liberia-EU relations. The talks are focused on strengthening Liberia’s bid for a Non-Permanent Seat at the United Nations Security Council and reinforcing bilateral ties to boost economic cooperation. Key EU officials, including Commissioner Urpilainen, E.U Permanent Representative for Human Rights Olof Skoog, and Deputy Secretary-General for Economic and Global Issues Simon Mordue, have been part of these dialogues.
Moreover, during the meetings, Commissioner Urpilainen commended Liberia for its steadfast commitment to mutual priorities such as human rights, the rule of law, and the empowerment of women. These efforts have been particularly significant in the context of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, which has placed added strain on global partnerships.
Additionally, representing President Joseph Boakai, Minister Nyanti congratulated Ursula von der Leyen on her re-election as President of the European Commission. She emphasized the shared values between Liberia and the EU, particularly in areas like climate diplomacy and regional security cooperation within the Mano River Union.
Furthermore, in addition to high-level meetings, Minister Nyanti engaged with ambassadors from EU member states to discuss developments in West Africa. She also solicited their support in enhancing collective security, noting the critical role of the EU’s Global Gateway and the Multiannual Indicative Program in shaping infrastructure, rule of law, and technical education initiatives in Liberia.
Key topics of discussion included improving maritime security and expanding democratic participation, with a particular focus on protecting women’s rights. The meetings underscored the EU’s ongoing commitment to supporting Liberia’s growth and stability through multilateral cooperation.
Meanwhile, Minister Nyanti’s Brussels visit was accompanied by Mr. Johnnie F. Fallah, Chargé d’affaires at the Liberian Embassy, and Senve Darlington Tehmeh, Minister-Counselor for Public Affairs. Together, they met with diplomatic staff at the Liberian Embassy, where Nyanti expressed gratitude for their efforts in promoting Liberia’s interests abroad.
Liberia’s partnership with the EU dates back to the 1970s, following the signing of the ACP-EU agreement, and continues to play a key role in the nation’s development strategy.
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