Liberia

Country Liberia
Capital Monrovia
Continent Africa
Currency Liberian dollar(LRD)
Languages English

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Introduction

Settlement of freed slaves from the US in what is today Liberia began in 1822; by 1847, the Americo-Liberians were able to establish a republic. William TUBMAN, president from 1944-71, did much to promote foreign investment and to bridge the economic, social, and political gaps between the descendents of the original settlers and the inhabitants of the interior. In 1980, a military coup led by Samuel DOE ushered in a decade of authoritarian rule. In December 1989, Charles TAYLOR launched a rebellion against DOE's regime that led to a prolonged civil war in which DOE himself was killed. A period of relative peace in 1997 allowed for elections that brought TAYLOR to power, but major fighting resumed in 2000. An August 2003 peace agreement ended the war and prompted the resignation of former president Charles TAYLOR, who faces war crimes charges in The Hague related to his involvement in Sierra Leone's civil war. After two years of rule by a transitional government, democratic elections in late 2005 brought President Ellen JOHNSON SIRLEAF to power. The UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) maintains a strong presence throughout the country, but the security situation is still fragile and the process of rebuilding the social and economic structure of this war-torn country continues.

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Liberia - Wikipedia
Liberia - CIA World Fact Book
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Director-General inaugurates two new Technical Rooms to enhance FAO’s performance and impact - Food and Agriculture OrganizationDirector-General inaugurates two new Technical Rooms to enhance FAO’s performance and impact  Food and Agriculture Organization

Liberia, Ecuador Reaffirm Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara - Morocco World NewsLiberia, Ecuador Reaffirm Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara  Morocco World News

William Tolbert: Liberian president killed in coup to get state funeral after 45 years - BBCWilliam Tolbert: Liberian president killed in coup to get state funeral after 45 years  BBC

Liberia pledges continuous support to Morocco’s territorial integrity, sovereignty over all its territory, including Sahara region - The North Africa PostLiberia pledges continuous support to Morocco’s territorial integrity, sovereignty over all its territory, including Sahara region  The North Africa Post

IAEA DG arrives in Liberia - liberianobserver.comIAEA DG arrives in Liberia  liberianobserver.com

Liberia - Finance, Trade, Economy - BritannicaLiberia - Finance, Trade, Economy  Britannica

Putting People First: How We Support the Forest Sector in Liberia - World BankPutting People First: How We Support the Forest Sector in Liberia  World Bank

Liberia to Continue Supporting Morocco's Territorial Integrity, Sovereignty Over All its Territory Including Sahara Region, Autonomy Initiative as Only Solution - ZAWYALiberia to Continue Supporting Morocco's Territorial Integrity, Sovereignty Over All its Territory Including Sahara Region, Autonomy Initiative as Only Solution  ZAWYA

Wang Yi Meets with Vice President of Liberia Jeremiah Kpan Koung - fmprc.gov.cnWang Yi Meets with Vice President of Liberia Jeremiah Kpan Koung  fmprc.gov.cn

FIR against Liberian flagged ship that sank off Kerala coast - Hindustan TimesFIR against Liberian flagged ship that sank off Kerala coast  Hindustan Times

Liberia president offers state apology over civil wars - Vanguard NewsLiberia president offers state apology over civil wars  Vanguard News

Indian MPs call out Pakistan, hail Modi's anti-terror diplomacy during Liberia Visit - The Economic TimesIndian MPs call out Pakistan, hail Modi's anti-terror diplomacy during Liberia Visit  The Economic Times

Liberia: Renew Mandate to Establish War Crimes Court - Human Rights WatchLiberia: Renew Mandate to Establish War Crimes Court  Human Rights Watch

Liberia reaffirms support for Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara - Yabiladi.comLiberia reaffirms support for Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara  Yabiladi.com

Liberia parliament fire: Politicians and ex-speaker accused of arson bailed - BBCLiberia parliament fire: Politicians and ex-speaker accused of arson bailed  BBC

Liberia - Civil War, Reconstruction, Independence - BritannicaLiberia - Civil War, Reconstruction, Independence  Britannica

Looking ahead: a perspective on the national electricity utility of Liberia - World Bank BlogsLooking ahead: a perspective on the national electricity utility of Liberia  World Bank Blogs

Indian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity - The Economic TimesIndian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity  The Economic Times

Joseph Boakai: Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare - BBCJoseph Boakai: Plane carrying Liberian president involved in landing scare  BBC

Liberia - Peace, Reconciliation, Recovery - BritannicaLiberia - Peace, Reconciliation, Recovery  Britannica

The extraordinary life and mysterious death of a carbon credits broker - Financial TimesThe extraordinary life and mysterious death of a carbon credits broker  Financial Times

First Trump-Africa summit to be held next week - SemaforFirst Trump-Africa summit to be held next week  Semafor

Did Iranians burn the Liberian flag in place of the U.S. flag amidst conflict with Israel? - Dubawa - DubawaDid Iranians burn the Liberian flag in place of the U.S. flag amidst conflict with Israel? - Dubawa  Dubawa

World Bank Liberia Country Manager Remarks at LICPA and API PPSA Graduation Ceremony - Global News Network LiberiaWorld Bank Liberia Country Manager Remarks at LICPA and API PPSA Graduation Ceremony  Global News Network Liberia

Central Bank of Liberia joins World Bank RAMP, global partnership of public asset managers - World BankCentral Bank of Liberia joins World Bank RAMP, global partnership of public asset managers  World Bank

Ahead of 2026 UNSC Term, Liberia Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Sahara - ???????Ahead of 2026 UNSC Term, Liberia Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Sahara  ???????

Liberia Commits to the Safe and Secure Uses of Nuclear Technology by Joining Six IAEA Legal Instruments at Once - International Atomic Energy AgencyLiberia Commits to the Safe and Secure Uses of Nuclear Technology by Joining Six IAEA Legal Instruments at Once  International Atomic Energy Agency

Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India - ANI NewsIndian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India  ANI News

Peter Matthew George: Top Liberian doctor struck off as qualifications questioned - BBCPeter Matthew George: Top Liberian doctor struck off as qualifications questioned  BBC

ANC Youth Congress Declares Maryland County a “Fortress of Resistance” in Fiery Press Statement - Global News Network LiberiaANC Youth Congress Declares Maryland County a “Fortress of Resistance” in Fiery Press Statement  Global News Network Liberia

IAEA Assistance Helps Liberia Avert Radiological Emergency - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Assistance Helps Liberia Avert Radiological Emergency  International Atomic Energy Agency

NAYMOTE Trains 75 Youths in Social Accountability Monitoring Across Liberia - Global News Network LiberiaNAYMOTE Trains 75 Youths in Social Accountability Monitoring Across Liberia  Global News Network Liberia

If illegal logging starts again, Liberia could lose more than its beloved pygmy hippos | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf - The GuardianIf illegal logging starts again, Liberia could lose more than its beloved pygmy hippos | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf  The Guardian

Liberia Capitol fire: Ex-speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa charged with arson - BBCLiberia Capitol fire: Ex-speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa charged with arson  BBC

Liberia anti-corruption: President Boakai suspends top officials for non-declaration of assets - BBCLiberia anti-corruption: President Boakai suspends top officials for non-declaration of assets  BBC

How Virtual Reality Is Restoring Liberia’s Culture - SAPIENS – Anthropology MagazineHow Virtual Reality Is Restoring Liberia’s Culture  SAPIENS – Anthropology Magazine

State funeral in Liberia for former President Doe, 35 years after his assassination - EFE NoticiasState funeral in Liberia for former President Doe, 35 years after his assassination  EFE Noticias

Another first for Liberia: showcasing the new World Bank Group engagement approach and jobs agenda - World Bank BlogsAnother first for Liberia: showcasing the new World Bank Group engagement approach and jobs agenda  World Bank Blogs

A Primer For The White House Visit By Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, And Senegal – OpEd - Eurasia ReviewA Primer For The White House Visit By Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, And Senegal – OpEd  Eurasia Review

Liberia to start industrial shrimp fishing, worrying artisanal fishers - MongabayLiberia to start industrial shrimp fishing, worrying artisanal fishers  Mongabay

No justice in sight for World Bank project-affected communities in Liberia - MongabayNo justice in sight for World Bank project-affected communities in Liberia  Mongabay

Slain Liberian Leader Gets State Funeral 45 Years After Coup - News Central TVSlain Liberian Leader Gets State Funeral 45 Years After Coup  News Central TV

After Sierra Leone, Liberia Observes Silence In Memory Of Pahalgam During All-Party Team's Visit - News18After Sierra Leone, Liberia Observes Silence In Memory Of Pahalgam During All-Party Team's Visit  News18

Gov’t, Ivanhoe Atlantic Set to Sign Landmark Rail Access Agreement - liberianobserver.comGov’t, Ivanhoe Atlantic Set to Sign Landmark Rail Access Agreement  liberianobserver.com

Liberia Energy Fact Sheet - African Development Bank GroupLiberia Energy Fact Sheet  African Development Bank Group

Liberia to Hold State Funeral for President Killed in 1980 Coup - Africa.comLiberia to Hold State Funeral for President Killed in 1980 Coup  Africa.com

No Country Too Small: Why India's Anti-Terror Outreach Team Is Visiting Sierre Leone, Liberia - News18No Country Too Small: Why India's Anti-Terror Outreach Team Is Visiting Sierre Leone, Liberia  News18

Training police helps safeguard human rights in Liberia’s elections - ohchrTraining police helps safeguard human rights in Liberia’s elections  ohchr

Liberia - General DebateLiberia  General Debate

It is time Liberia enacts legislation banning FGM - Al JazeeraIt is time Liberia enacts legislation banning FGM  Al Jazeera

Liberia: Ahead of Trump Summit, Canada-Based Activist Cautions Boakai Against Signing 'Bogus' Mineral Deals - allAfrica.comLiberia: Ahead of Trump Summit, Canada-Based Activist Cautions Boakai Against Signing 'Bogus' Mineral Deals  allAfrica.com

Former Finance Minister Tweah Demands COVID-19 Fund Probe Focus on WFP, Not Him - Global News Network LiberiaFormer Finance Minister Tweah Demands COVID-19 Fund Probe Focus on WFP, Not Him  Global News Network Liberia

Discover Liberia's Best Places: An Insider's Travel Guide - AirtelDiscover Liberia's Best Places: An Insider's Travel Guide  Airtel

Liberia Country Economic Memorandum 2025 - Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia - World BankLiberia Country Economic Memorandum 2025 - Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia  World Bank

LWSC, WB Launch 1.48M Water Supply Project - liberianobserver.comLWSC, WB Launch 1.48M Water Supply Project  liberianobserver.com

Liberia: President Boakai Declares Saturday, July 5 as “National Healing, Reconciliation and Unity Day” - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: President Boakai Declares Saturday, July 5 as “National Healing, Reconciliation and Unity Day”  FrontPageAfrica

Why Liberia might relocate its capital city Monrovia - The Indian ExpressWhy Liberia might relocate its capital city Monrovia  The Indian Express

Jonathan Fonati Koffa: Liberian speaker denies part in parliament fire - BBCJonathan Fonati Koffa: Liberian speaker denies part in parliament fire  BBC

Tranmere Rovers complete move for Liberia midfielder Nohan Kenneh - Pan-Africa FootballTranmere Rovers complete move for Liberia midfielder Nohan Kenneh  Pan-Africa Football

Unlocking Liberia’s Sustainable Development Potential - ForbesUnlocking Liberia’s Sustainable Development Potential  Forbes

Liberia’s biggest mobile money company hit with hefty fine - African Law & BusinessLiberia’s biggest mobile money company hit with hefty fine  African Law & Business

The European Union deploys an Election Observation Mission to Liberia - EEASThe European Union deploys an Election Observation Mission to Liberia  EEAS

Gov’t, UNICEF Launch “Back To My Classroom” Campaign - Global News Network LiberiaGov’t, UNICEF Launch “Back To My Classroom” Campaign  Global News Network Liberia

“Appropriate, Expedient Nomination” - liberianobserver.com“Appropriate, Expedient Nomination”  liberianobserver.com

Liberia Capitol fire: Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa questioned by police - BBCLiberia Capitol fire: Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa questioned by police  BBC

Liberia: President Boakai Among Five African Leaders Invited to Trump Summit as Liberia Appears on Proposed U.S. Third-Country Deportation List - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: President Boakai Among Five African Leaders Invited to Trump Summit as Liberia Appears on Proposed U.S. Third-Country Deportation List  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia’s parliament building catches fire as anti-government protests enter a second day - AP NewsLiberia’s parliament building catches fire as anti-government protests enter a second day  AP News

Liberia Unveils 24-Hour Port Operations, Marking a New Era for Trade and Economic Growth - Global News Network LiberiaLiberia Unveils 24-Hour Port Operations, Marking a New Era for Trade and Economic Growth  Global News Network Liberia

Renowned Reconciliation Leader Dr. Antoine Rutayisire Arrives in Liberia for National Healing and Reconciliation Program - liberianobserver.comRenowned Reconciliation Leader Dr. Antoine Rutayisire Arrives in Liberia for National Healing and Reconciliation Program  liberianobserver.com

Parliament blaze and a deadlock: Why is Liberia in a political crisis? - Al JazeeraParliament blaze and a deadlock: Why is Liberia in a political crisis?  Al Jazeera

Liberia Travel Advice & Safety - SmartravellerLiberia Travel Advice & Safety  Smartraveller

Liberia anticipates new minerals discovery will draw $3 billion - Mining.comLiberia anticipates new minerals discovery will draw $3 billion  Mining.com

In Southwestern Liberia, Resilient Power and Medical Oxygen Bolster Lifesaving Care - Direct ReliefIn Southwestern Liberia, Resilient Power and Medical Oxygen Bolster Lifesaving Care  Direct Relief

The Trap was Sprung: Two Vessels Busted for Transshipping in Liberia - Sea Shepherd GlobalThe Trap was Sprung: Two Vessels Busted for Transshipping in Liberia  Sea Shepherd Global

Liberia: Between Two Parties: Is Rep. Marvin Cole’s Move to CMC Real or Political Survival? - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Between Two Parties: Is Rep. Marvin Cole’s Move to CMC Real or Political Survival?  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia: Pres. Boakai Congratulates Burundi On Its 63th Independence Celebration - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: Pres. Boakai Congratulates Burundi On Its 63th Independence Celebration  FrontPageAfrica

Country cooperation strategy 2022-2026, Liberia - World Health Organization (WHO)Country cooperation strategy 2022-2026, Liberia  World Health Organization (WHO)

Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu Attends Opening Ceremony of the 7th Term of China-Aided Liberia Bamboo and Rattan Weaving, Fruit and Vegetable Planting and Livestock Raising Technical Assistance Project_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu Attends Opening Ceremony of the 7th Term of China-Aided Liberia Bamboo and Rattan Weaving, Fruit and Vegetable Planting and Livestock Raising Technical Assistance Project_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the  fmprc.gov.cn

Liberia: LACRA's Board Resolution Confirms Approval for Suspended Director General Sankolo to Open UBA Bank Account Amid Allegations of Financial Misconduct - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: LACRA's Board Resolution Confirms Approval for Suspended Director General Sankolo to Open UBA Bank Account Amid Allegations of Financial Misconduct  FrontPageAfrica

Bong County’s SANKOFA Farm Leads Liberia’s Vegetable Production Push with Backing from Ministry of Agriculture - FrontPageAfricaBong County’s SANKOFA Farm Leads Liberia’s Vegetable Production Push with Backing from Ministry of Agriculture  FrontPageAfrica

UNFPA Liberia Releases 2025 World Population Report, Highlights Global Fertility Crisis - FrontPageAfricaUNFPA Liberia Releases 2025 World Population Report, Highlights Global Fertility Crisis  FrontPageAfrica

Food scarcity in Liberia: how women who run households cope - The ConversationFood scarcity in Liberia: how women who run households cope  The Conversation

A week in Liberia strengthening Public Affairs partnerships - army.milA week in Liberia strengthening Public Affairs partnerships  army.mil

Starlink Goes Live in Liberia - Space in AfricaStarlink Goes Live in Liberia  Space in Africa

EOI - Liberia - Consultancy services for assistance for consumer protection and sensitization actions services - DIGIGoV - African Development Bank GroupEOI - Liberia - Consultancy services for assistance for consumer protection and sensitization actions services - DIGIGoV  African Development Bank Group

NOCAL Awards Scholarships to 20 Students - liberianobserver.comNOCAL Awards Scholarships to 20 Students  liberianobserver.com

Prince Johnson: Liberia's notorious rebel-turned-senator dies at 72 - BBCPrince Johnson: Liberia's notorious rebel-turned-senator dies at 72  BBC

Hon. Arthurson Gonlee Announces Decision Not to Contest Buu-Yao Electoral District Five, Nimba County By-Election, Focus Shifts to 2029 General Elections - Global News Network LiberiaHon. Arthurson Gonlee Announces Decision Not to Contest Buu-Yao Electoral District Five, Nimba County By-Election, Focus Shifts to 2029 General Elections  Global News Network Liberia

Liberian Journalist Alex Yormie abducted in Nimba County - thenewdawnliberia.comLiberian Journalist Alex Yormie abducted in Nimba County  thenewdawnliberia.com

Licking County history: Newark barber Edward Roye became 5th president of Liberia in 1870 - The Newark AdvocateLicking County history: Newark barber Edward Roye became 5th president of Liberia in 1870  The Newark Advocate

CBL Kicks off County-Level Financial Education in Grand Gedeh - liberianobserver.comCBL Kicks off County-Level Financial Education in Grand Gedeh  liberianobserver.com

Liberia Hosts Major Maritime Conference, Reasserting Its Role as Regional Port Hub - Global News Network LiberiaLiberia Hosts Major Maritime Conference, Reasserting Its Role as Regional Port Hub  Global News Network Liberia

Liberia’s government sets course to establish war crimes tribunal - RFILiberia’s government sets course to establish war crimes tribunal  RFI

Liberia Urges Bold Financial Reforms and Urgent Development Funding at Global Sevilla Summit - Global News Network LiberiaLiberia Urges Bold Financial Reforms and Urgent Development Funding at Global Sevilla Summit  Global News Network Liberia

EU Commits €56 Million in Budget Support to the Republic of Liberia - EEASEU Commits €56 Million in Budget Support to the Republic of Liberia  EEAS

Payments from Liberia’s Industrial Forestry Sector to the National Benefits Sharing Trust - Forest TrendsPayments from Liberia’s Industrial Forestry Sector to the National Benefits Sharing Trust  Forest Trends

Boakai, April 22 Victims’ Families Memorialize Slain Leaders - liberianobserver.comBoakai, April 22 Victims’ Families Memorialize Slain Leaders  liberianobserver.com

GLOBAL GATEWAY IN LIBERIA - EEASGLOBAL GATEWAY IN LIBERIA  EEAS

Liberia: President Boakai Signs Book of Condolence for late President William Richard Tolbert 45 Years after Demise - FrontPageAfricaLiberia: President Boakai Signs Book of Condolence for late President William Richard Tolbert 45 Years after Demise  FrontPageAfrica

Liberia - Country Diagnostic Note - April 2025 - African Development Bank GroupLiberia - Country Diagnostic Note - April 2025  African Development Bank Group