Liberia and China Sign Cooperation Agreement for Sustainable Development
Liberia and China have signed a landmark Economic and Technical Cooperation agreement focused on implementing joint projects to promote sustainable development. The agreement was signed by Liberia’s Foreign Minister and the Chinese Ambassador, demonstrating mutual commitment to enhance peace, stability, and cooperation across various sectors in Liberia.
On March 28, 2025, the Government of Liberia and the People’s Republic of China formalized a significant Economic and Technical Cooperation agreement aimed at fostering collaborative projects across multiple sectors. This agreement reflects a commitment towards enhancing peace, stability, prosperity, and sustainable development in Liberia, signed by Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti and Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu.
Chinese Ambassador Yin Chengwu expressed that the agreement exemplifies China’s deep friendship and steadfast support for Liberia. He emphasized that the funding allocated for the joint projects represents a crucial partnership aimed at achieving mutual goals defined through bilateral discussions. The Chinese government views this agreement as a substantial step following President Xi Jinping’s initiatives from the Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Beijing Summit.
Ambassador Yin highlighted that the FOCAC initiatives, with financial support of RMB 360 billion for Africa over the next three years, aim to advance modernization and development in cooperation with African nations. He noted that the strategic elevation of bilateral relations between China and Liberia would enhance their collaboration across various fields, serving the interests of both nations’ peoples.
Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti extended her gratitude towards China for establishing this partnership, recognizing it as a vital opportunity to strengthen vital sectors within Liberia. She further reiterated Liberia’s commitment to maintaining a strong friendship with China, underscoring the partnership’s potential benefits for the nation.
The recent agreement signed between Liberia and China marks a pivotal moment in their partnership, aiming to enhance cooperation across sectors and support Liberia’s development initiatives. Both nations express commitment to translating this agreement into actionable projects that align with their mutual goals of promoting stability and prosperity. Strengthening bilateral ties will undoubtedly contribute to Liberia’s ongoing progress and development plans.
Original Source: thenewdawnliberia.com
