July 18, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s Ambassador, Kana Kananathan, held a significant meeting with Liberian President Joseph Boakai at the Executive Mansion in Monrovia on Tuesday (16).
This event marked the first official bilateral engagement by a Sri Lankan diplomat in Liberia, highlighting a commitment to strengthening political, trade, and investment relations.
President Boakai noted the historic nature of the meeting, which coincides with 15 years of diplomatic relations between Liberia and Sri Lanka.
He praised President Ranil Wickremesinghe for his effective efforts in stabilising Sri Lanka’s economy after the 2022 crisis, commending his leadership and strategic measures that have been pivotal in the country’s recovery and the restoration of public trust.
Boakai expressed that Wickremesinghe’s actions serve as a commendable example for other nations facing similar challenges.
Ambassador Kananathan reaffirmed his dedication to boosting economic cooperation, promoting trade and investment, and enhancing people-to-people connections between the two countries.
The meeting aimed to deepen the friendship and collaboration between Sri Lanka and Liberia. Both President Boakai and Ambassador Kananathan agreed on the importance of building mutual trust and cooperation.
President Boakai also recalled the invitation extended to Ambassador Kananathan by the Liberian Government to serve as an election observer for the Presidential Elections in October 2023, noting that such engagements further strengthen the ties between the two nations.
