Liberia continues to strengthen its historic and strategic ties with Israel, in keeping with H.E. Roey Gilad, Ambassador of the State of Israel to Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, throughout his first working go to to Monrovia since presenting his credentials almost a yr in the past.
“And among the many 54 African states, I feel Liberia is unquestionably within the high of the checklist, perhaps not the highest, however undoubtedly is a part of the small group of states that are actually very open and revel in an excellent dialogue with Israel. Liberia was at all times there and Liberia will keep there,” he added.
Talking at a media briefing following his go to, Ambassador Gilad described Liberia as being “definitely on the higher echelon of the extent, depth, and high quality of relations with Israel” among the many 54 African states.
The Ambassador, who met with key Cupboard ministers together with these of International Affairs, Schooling, Protection, and Agriculture, emphasised that Liberia’s longstanding friendship with Israel dates again to its essential vote on November 29, 1947, which contributed to the institution of the State of Israel. “Each time I come over, I am shocked by the robust assist for Israel right here, which leans on deep and enduring non secular and historic ties,” he stated.
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Though he missed assembly President Joseph Boakai, Ambassador Gilad expressed satisfaction with the engagement he had with different ministers. “It was an excellent go to. I met the Woman Minister of International Affairs, the Woman Minister of Schooling, and the Woman Minister of Protection. It is actually one thing we will study from you, having so many ladies within the Cupboard,” he famous.
Ambassador Gilad highlighted agriculture because the cornerstone of Israel-Liberia cooperation. “With the Minister of Agriculture, we mentioned the rising partnership in agriculture, which we take into account to be the pillar of our bilateral relationship. Agriculture was, is, and can proceed to be the principle anchor of cooperation between our international locations,” he stated.
As a part of the continued program, Israel yearly hosts 50 to 60 Liberian college students for 11 months of sensible agricultural coaching, offering them with priceless expertise and a wage. “This yr, we hope to broaden this system to 100 college students. Over time, this system has been very profitable and continues to strengthen Liberia’s agricultural sector,” Ambassador Gilad added.
Along with agriculture, Ambassador Gilad expressed curiosity in supporting Liberia’s schooling sector, emphasizing that schooling is essential to shaping the way forward for the nation. “I consider that schooling is without doubt one of the most essential portfolios within the Cupboard. That is the way you create the face of Liberia sooner or later,” he stated.
Ambassador Gilad additionally mentioned protection collaboration and Israel’s broader safety issues, significantly amid ongoing regional conflicts. He offered detailed insights into the challenges posed by Hamas and different regional actors, emphasizing Israel’s cautious method to defending human lives.
“We’re ten instances stronger than Hamas. The rationale the marketing campaign has lasted two years is as a result of we prioritize the security of our hostages and the almost two million Palestinian civilians in Gaza. If we didn’t look after human life, the marketing campaign may have resulted in one month,” he stated.
Ambassador Gilad confirmed plans for a Presidential go to to Israel in early 2026, describing it as a landmark step in additional deepening bilateral ties. “There’s nothing extra vital than a Presidential go to. It’s going to strengthen our cooperation in agriculture, schooling, and protection,” he stated.
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He additionally inspired Liberia to contemplate establishing an embassy in Israel, calling it “a wise funding that may repay huge time, bringing extra cooperation, funding, and alternatives in a number of sectors.”
Summing up his go to, Ambassador Gilad stated, “Liberia is definitely among the many closest allies of Israel in Africa. We’ve got so much to study from Liberia, and the sky is the restrict in our cooperation. We’re dedicated to supporting Liberia in agriculture, schooling, protection, and strategic engagement, and we intend to do much more within the coming years.”
His go to, which included a number of high-level conferences over three days, underscores the strengthening partnership between Liberia and Israel and lays the muse for expanded cooperation in improvement, schooling, agriculture, and safety initiatives.
