The Chair of the Liberia Configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) and Permanent Representative of Sweden to the United Nations, Madam Nicola Clase, is leading a high-level delegation on a mission to Liberia from November 21–26, 2024. The visit is aimed at advancing dialogue on Liberia’s peacebuilding priorities, assessing progress, and exploring strategies to address emerging challenges in sustaining peace.
During a courtesy visit to Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti, on Friday, November 22, 2024, Madam Clase underscored the importance of continued collaboration between Liberia and the international community in fostering peace and stability.
Welcoming the delegation on behalf of H.E. President Joseph N. Boakai, Foreign Minister Nyanti expressed Liberia’s profound gratitude to the United Nations and the Peacebuilding Commission for their steadfast support. She said Liberia’s ARREST Agenda, which prioritizes peacebuilding, good governance, transparency, and the fight against corruption, are key pillars for national development.
Foreign Minister Nyanti said the government is committed to addressing issues of justice and reconciliation, including the potential establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC). And this initiative is essential to ensure accountability, deliver justice for victims, and promote long-term peace.
The Dean of the Cabinet said there’s need for comprehensive transitional justice measures, focusing on criminal accountability, reparations, and reconciliation, stating Liberia’s commitment to these principles while calling on the international community to support the establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC). Recognizing that Liberia’s population is young, Foreign Minister Nyanti stressed the critical importance of youth empowerment in sustaining peace.
Liberia’s Foreign Minister and Madam Clase are scheduled to meet with President Joseph N. Boakai, senior government officials and key stakeholders, including civil society organizations and representatives of Liberia’s youth and women’s groups.
The delegation will also visit key peacebuilding project sites to gain first-hand insights into the impact of ongoing initiatives. Special attention will be given to progress on the establishment of the War and Economic Crimes Court, a cornerstone of Liberia’s transitional justice framework.
Foreign Minister Nyanti used the occasion to appeal to the international community for sustained support in addressing Liberia’s peacebuilding priorities. She emphasized the importance of global solidarity in realizing the country’s goals, particularly in areas such as transitional justice, youth empowerment, and social cohesion. The visit by the UN official and her delegation marks a significant step in deepening the partnership between Liberia and the international community.
